The Global Engagement Institute is a private institute that provides international students and professionals with transformative education and engagement programs in Africa and Asia. The programs reflect our mission to inspire and empower individuals and institutions to apply their passion and skills to create positive change in the world.

Our Certificates in Global Engagement - with their core study abroad and internship abroad programs - seek to complement existing higher education and professional development with a crucial interdisciplinary approach to global engagement. We help learners to develop and apply key competencies for global change leaders. 

For our office in Kigali, we are looking for a Program Management Intern to join our Program Management Team for a minimum of 6 months. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a strong interest in international education, sustainable development, and/or public health.

Only serious candidates who are committed to transitioning into a full-time Program Officer position at the end of the internship will be considered.

About the position

Under the direction of our Program Managers, the Program Management Intern is responsible to help to develop, coordinate, monitor and evaluate education and engagement programs.

Primary tasks and duties will include:

• Assistance with the development of program itineraries and related documentation
• Assistance with relevant program preparations, operations and evaluations, including tour guiding
• Assistance with the engagement of a variety of local institutional partners
• Assistance with research for program content creation
• Assistance with other administrative, business development and management tasks at the office

POSITION INFORMATION

Job title: Program Management Intern, Rwanda

Company: Global Engagement Institute Rwanda

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Career level:

Intern, with desire of gaining full employment afterwards

Job status: Full-time

Duration: Minimum 6 months. After successful completion, full employment may be offered.

Remuneration: Allowance offered

Deadline for application: 15 February 2025

Contact: Please email your application (resume and cover letter) to hr@global-engagement.org

Required skills & competencies

Education & experience:

• Bachelor's degree (minimum) in sustainable development, public health, global challenges, or a closely related field.

Skills:

• Knowledge of and interest in topics relating to sustainable development and public health is very important
• Extensive knowledge of Rwanda, both with regards to geography and current affairs
• Excellent organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking abilities 
• Excellent English and Kinyarwanda language skills
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Regional or international travel experience is a plus

Character & personality:

• Strong interest in international education, sustainable development and/or public health
• Proactive self-starter with a creative mindset
• Outgoing and an effective communicator
• Committed to high standards of professionalism and performance
• Dependable, trustworthy, and accountable
• Adaptable and willing to work long hours when with clients
• Team player