IGAD 2025 Internship Programme for African Graduates

Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Internship Programme. The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) is a Regional Economic Community (REC) comprised of Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, and Uganda established for the purpose of regional economic integration and joint efforts toward peace, security, and prosperity.

Through a conducive training and career development environment, IGAD is seeking to place 14 young professionals (2) per country who are interested in advancing gender equality in different fields of their careers.

The Internship Programme is a learning opportunity aimed at attracting talented young women and men who are strongly motivated to share their new perspectives and innovative ideas in IGAD.

The interns will be attached to IGAD Divisions based on their education qualification. Interns will be based at IGAD Offices located in their respective home country. The interns will receive on-job training as well as gain practical work experience while offering support that will enhance the advancement of gender equality in different fields.

• Table of Content
• About Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD)
• Internship Programme
• Requirements for Internship Programme Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD)

The journey to transform the IGAD region is outlined in the strategic framework since its first Strategic plan in 1987. IGAD’s Regional Strategy and its Implementation Plans have served as a comprehensive development and implementation framework, guiding the Programme’s priority areas and aligning them to emerging issues in the region. The formulation of the IGAD Regional Strategy and Implementation Matrix 2021–2025 is the culmination of a long and intensive process that began in January 2020, following a decision to develop the IGAD’s Vision 2050. Subsequent meeting... continue reading

Internship Programme

Requirements for Internship Programme Qualification

The interns shall have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or be enrolled in a university graduate study (master’s) program with plans to return to school after successful completion of the internship.

Internships opportunities are open to applicants who have not yet acquired professional work experience within a period of less than two years after completing their 2nd degree (master’s programme).

• Nationality: candidates must be nationals of IGAD Member States
• Languages: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French language is an added advantage.
• Age: candidates should be aged between 21 and 27 at the start of their internship
• Skills: candidates should be able to adapt to an international multicultural environment, have good communication skills and be knowledgeable in the use of basic computer programmes.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their applications in PDF accompanied by cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, academic credentials, copy of passports/ ID cards biometric page and three reference persons.

Applications should be sent by E-mail to the following addresses [email protected] with subject line “IGAD-INTERNSHIP”.

Closing date for application will be on 30th April 2025. Due to the large number of applications we expect to receive; only successful candidates who meet the required experience & qualifications for this position will be contacted. Contact: + 25321354050

IGAD is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

For more details, visit IGAD Internship webpage