Position Overview<\/p>\n
The\u00a0Rockefeller Foundation\u2019s Africa Regional Office in Nairobi advances the Foundation\u2019s mission by driving impact across health, food, power, and economic mobility. As a key regional hub, the office cultivates partnerships, engages governments and regional bodies, and influences policy to create enabling environments for transformative solutions.<\/p>\n
The intern will support these efforts through research, stakeholder mapping, and communications, while assisting with convenings and strategic initiatives. This role offers hands-on experience in a dynamic, mission-driven setting, providing exposure to policy engagement, investment strategies, and thought leadership that shape development across Africa.<\/p>\n
This internship is well-suited for students who have had\u00a0prior exposure to professional or organizational environments\u2014such as previous internships, part-time roles, volunteer coordination, or campus leadership\u2014and who are ready to contribute with maturity, reliability, and strong professional judgment.<\/p>\n
Program Details<\/p>\n
\tOpen to graduate and undergraduate students currently enrolled in an accredited program.
\n\tApplicants must submit a resume and cover letter as part of the application process.
\n\tWork authorization in Kenya is required.
\n\tThis is a 12-month internship, full-time from June 2026 through May 2027.
\n\tThe position is based in Nairobi and requires in-office presence on designated days.<\/p>\n
Principal Duties and Responsibilities<\/p>\n
\tSupport the Office of the SVP by gathering information on regional priorities, particularly climate-related initiatives, and synthesizing findings into concise briefs.
\n\tProvide accurate notes, reporting, and actionable next steps during meetings and stakeholder engagements led by the SVP or Director.
\n\tHelp track activities and ensure alignment among programs in Food, Health, Power, and Climate within the Africa Regional Office.
\n\tParticipate in visits to grantees (as appropriate) and contribute to drafting clear, structured field trip summaries.
\n\tSupport the development of background documents and preparatory materials for high-level engagements.
\n\tProvide assistance in grant-related processes, including research for due diligence and maintaining documentation for stewardship.
\n\tPerform additional tasks as assigned to advance the office\u2019s objectives.<\/p>\n
Education, Experience, and Skills<\/p>\n
\tCurrently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate program in International Relations, International Development, Sustainable Development, Impact Investment, Energy Transition, or related fields.
\n\tBasic understanding of international relations, development, sustainability, or related fields, applied through coursework or projects.
\n\tPrior experience in an office, organizational, or project-based environment\u2014such as a previous internship, part-time role, volunteer coordination, or student leadership\u2014is strongly preferred.\u00a0Candidates should be comfortable navigating professional workflows, managing responsibilities independently, and engaging with diverse stakeholders.
\n\tAbility to gather, synthesize, and present information clearly; supports strategic thinking with structured research.
\n\tStrong written English and ability to create simple visual aids for reports and presentations.
\n\tWorks well in teams, demonstrates curiosity, and adapts to feedback while learning new tools and processes.
\n\tPrioritizes tasks, meets deadlines, and handles multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail, drawing on prior experience managing responsibilities in a structured or professional setting.
\n\tIdentifies issues and contributes practical solutions; supports cross-functional projects.<\/p>\n
Competencies<\/p>\n
\tAction Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
\n\tCollaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
\n\tManages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
\n\tNimble Learning: Learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.\u00a0
\n\tStrategic Mindset: Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies.<\/p>\n
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