TechnoServe works with enterprising people in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses, and industries. We are a nonprofit organization that develops business solutions to poverty by linking people to information, capital, and markets. Our work is rooted in the idea that given the opportunity, hardworking men and women in even the poorest places can generate income, jobs, and wealth for their families and communities. With five decades of proven results, we believe in the power of private enterprise to transform lives
TechnoServe External Vacancy Announcement
Job Position – Program Intern
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: Recent graduate (Bachelor’s degree preferred) in a relevant field, such as Business Administration, Economics, Agriculture, or a related discipline.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrated interest in self-development and a willingness to learn.
Intellectual curiosity and a passion for exploring new ideas.
Ability to think outside the box and propose innovative solutions.
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Deadline : April 14th 2025
Benefits:
Gain valuable hands-on experience in project management and program analysis.
Learn from experienced professionals and industry experts.
Develop essential professional skills such as teamwork, communication, and problem-solving.
Contribute to meaningful projects that make a real impact.
Network with industry professionals and build your professional network.
About you
This internship offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to impactful programs by providing comprehensive support across project management, program analysis, procurement, and administration. The Program Intern will work closely with project managers, analysts, and technical teams, gaining hands-on experience in various aspects of program implementation.
Program Intern Responsibilities:
Assist in the planning, scheduling, and tracking of project tasks, utilizing project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, MS Project).
Assist in maintaining accurate project documentation and support effective communication.
Collect, analyze, and interpret program performance data to support program improvement initiatives.
Support the procurement process, including needs identification, market assessments, vendor research, and specification development.
Ensure the quality and compliance of procured goods and services.
Coordinate the timely and efficient transportation of goods to project sites, adhering to organizational procedures.
Assist in asset management and inventory control, including verifying stock levels.
Provide comprehensive administrative support, including drafting correspondence, scheduling meetings, and maintaining program documentation.
Assist with financial tasks, such as data entry, expense tracking, and activity-based budgeting.
Organize and coordinate program events and meetings, including venue selection, setup, and minute-taking.
Conduct research and data analysis to support program implementation and knowledge management.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance program efficiency.
Actively participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions.
Independently complete assigned tasks and conduct research.
Demonstrate a willingness to learn and apply new skills, and respond constructively to feedback.
Shadow Program Analysts to gain deeper insights into program operations.
Think creatively and propose innovative solutions to program challenges.
Requirement Skill
Effective communication and sociability
Team work
How To Apply
Qualified and interested applicants should Click here and submit a cover letter resume as a single document (either Word or PDF) by April 14, 2025. Applications will be reviewed and considered as received/on a rolling basis. Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be contacted. Please note that we are not accepting CVs that are not sent through the indicated link.
We encourage all qualified individuals who share TechnoServe’s vision of improving the lives of others through proven business solutions to apply.
With our commitment to diversity, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, HIV/AIDS status, protected veteran status, disability and all other protected classes.
We are also proud of our commitment to protecting staff, partners, and beneficiaries from abuse and exploitation and thoroughly vet all final candidates through rigorous background and reference checks.
If you have a disability that affects your ability to use our online system to apply for a position at TechnoServe please contact the Human Resources at recruitment@tns.org or call +1 202 785 4515.