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\nIntern \u2013 Project and Administration for British Council Tanzania- (Strongly encouraging applicants from underrepresented and marginalised communities)- (based in Dar es Salaam)
\nRole information
\nRole type
\nPay band\u2014Intern
\nDuration
\nBusiness Delivery
\nGrade J
\n6 months (until 30 June 2026)
\nRole purpose
\nThe British Council would like to offer highly motivated individuals the experiential learning opportunity to transition into the workforce through its inclusive internship programme.
\nThe Project and Administration Intern will provide comprehensive administrative, logistical, and programme support to ensure smooth delivery of projects and efficient office operations. The role will support compliance with British Council policies and procedures, including safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), and environmental sustainability.
\nRole context
\nThe internship is positioned to support interns from marginalised backgrounds to gain essential skills and experiences to aid them in securing gainful employment and support their upward social mobility. The initiative is aimed at British Council\u2019s contribution to social value.<\/p>\n
Main accountabilities
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\nWe are seeking a project and administration intern to support the British Council Tanzania team in projects and administration services to internal and external audiences and stakeholders. The internship will give the postholder a unique insight across all operational and programme areas, as well as insight into working with different audience and stakeholder groups in a local, regional and international context. Role will include:
\nAdministrative Support
\nWork with Business Support Team to ensure office supplies are ordered and invoices are paid
\nShadow Customer Services and Exams teams to learn about our products and advise customers
\nManage travel logistics including flight bookings, airport transfers, and hotel reservations.
\nOversee stock control and office resource management (e.g., stationery, office supplies).
\nCommercial and Financial Management Support:
\nSupport budget tracking, expenditure recording, and basic financial reconciliations under supervision.
\nMaintain and reconcile petty cash.
\nSupport the Finance Administrator in processing staff\/vendor reconciliations, managing staff debtor accounts (e.g., mobile and utility bills), and liaising with internal teams and the hub as needed.
\nProgramme Management and Compliance:
\nSupport adherence to organisational policies, including safeguarding, EDI, and financial procedures.
\nAssist with data collection, entry, and quality assurance for programme monitoring and evaluation.
\nProvide logistical and administrative support during stakeholder meetings, workshops, and events.
\nDigital and Records Management:
\nAssist with updating and maintaining project databases and digital tools.
\nCollaborate with digital and M&E teams to ensure timely and accurate data entry.
\nCoordinate between teams to ensure project information is saved within agreed naming conventions
\nMaintain effective file management of key documents including contracts, invoices, delivery notes, and inventories.
\nLearning and development opportunities for the intern
\nThe skills we hope you will develop and grow through the role are:
\nGain hands-on experience with project management principles, tools, and systems.
\nLearn about British Council\u2019s programme delivery standards, including safeguarding, EDI, and compliance.
\nDevelop practical skills in financial monitoring, data management, and stakeholder engagement.
\nReceive mentoring and performance feedback to support professional growth.
\nEnhance understanding of environmental sustainability and corporate operations in an international context.
\nCondition of employment
\nProof of Identity requirements\/right to work in country
\nCandidates are expected to have researched whether they have the right to live and work in the country in which the role is based. Given that our offices have different legal status depending on the work we do in those countries, we recommend that you contact HR in country for additional information on the likelihood of securing a visa. Only at its discretion will the British Council provide support so please check first whether visa support is offered.
\nShortlisting
\nLanguage Requirements
\nAssessment stage
\nEnglish
\nSwahili
\nShortlisting
\nAdditional job requirements
\nOccaisonal evening work to support events
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Person specification
\nQualifications
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Minimum\/essential
\nDesirable<\/p>\n
Assessment stage
\nMust be a new\/recent entrant to workforce (within last 2 years)
\nEvidence of being socio-economically disadvantaged and\/ or having a disability
\nHave an interest in project and administration
\nInterest in arts, education, skills, and\/or youth empowerment
\nCommitment to learning
\nShortlisting<\/p>\n
Role specific knowledge and experience
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Minimum\/essential
\nDesirable
\nAssessment stage<\/p>\n
Profeciency in English Language (written and spoken)
\nProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and digital tools.
\nBasic understanding of project management principles
\nStrong organisational and multitasking skills.
\nGood communication and interpersonal skills.
\nAttention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
\nAbility to work collaboratively in a team environment.
\nStrong motivation to make a difference
\nKnowledge of safeguarding, EDI, or environmental sustainability.
\nShortlisting and interview<\/p>\n
Role specific skills
\nAssessment stage
\nCommunicating and influencing (Level 1)
\nPlanning and organising (Level 1)
\nUsing technology (Level 1)
\nShortlisting and interview
\nBritish Council core skills
\nAssessment stage
\nCommunicating and influencing (Level 1)
\nPlanning and organising (Level 1)
\nUsing technology (Level 1)
\nShortlisting AND \/OR interview
\nBritish Council values and behaviours
\nAssessment stage
\nBritish council values and behaviours are applicable across our organisation, in all roles and at all levels. They are important because they say what we stand for at the British Council and help us to deliver our strategy. We use them to guide our decision making, as well as guiding how we treat one another and the people we work with. These will be assessed in the selection process. O[i]ur values are:
\nOpen and Committed; Expert and Inclusive; Optimistic and Bold.
\nThe behaviours for each values pair can be found on our Intranet SharePoint site for internal staff and at our Careers portal for external applicants.
\nShortlisting AND \/OR interview
\nThe British Council has a Safeguarding Policy which specifies the protection of children and adults from abuse. Hence, this internship is targeted to individuals who are 18 and above.
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