The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) has launched its call for applications for the 2027 Next Generation Internship Programme (NGIP). Scheduled to run from January to July 2027, the regional program is designed to build the capacity of emerging African civil society leaders by immersing them in WACSI's core operational streams.
Interns from Ghana, Benin, Mali, Cameroon, and Chad will be based at WACSI's regional headquarters in Accra, Ghana, while the intern selected for the Nigeria Node will operate out of WACSI's office in Abuja, Nigeria.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of one of the six eligible countries: Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Ghana, Mali, or Nigeria.
- Educational Background: Must hold at least a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent first degree) in a relevant field such as Social Sciences, International Relations, Law, Mass Communication, Statistics, Data Analytics, Economics, or Project Management.
- Location Constraint (Nigeria Placement): Nigerian applicants for the WACSI Node Nigeria role must already reside in Abuja (accommodation is not provided for the Abuja placement).
- Core Competencies: Strong research, writing, and analytical skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research tools; and a demonstrated commitment to civil society development.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English, French, or Portuguese (bilingual capacity is a strong advantage).
Program Benefits & Available Roles
- Funding Package: Fully funded six-month internship including a monthly stipend, lunch on working days, return flight tickets (for international placements), and furnished accommodation for eligible Ghana-based interns.
- Six Placement Tracks:
- Capacity Development Intern
- Knowledge Management Intern
- Policy Influencing and Advocacy Intern
- Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Intern
- Communications Intern
- WACSI Node Nigeria Intern (Abuja-based)
What You Need to Submit
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Résumé.
- Detailed Motivation Letter highlighting relevant academic qualifications, career goals, and preferred internship track.
How to Apply
Email your CV and Motivation Letter directly to recruitment@wacsi.org using the standardized subject format (e.g., NGIP – Knowledge Management or NGIP – WACSI Node) before November 8, 2026.
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