WACSI Next Generation Internship Programme 2027 For Young Graduates And Early-Career Professionals

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October 27, 2026

WACSI Next Generation Internship Programme 2027 for Young Graduates and Early-Career Professionals

Brief Description

The 2027 WACSI Next Generation Internship Programme is an initiative launched by the West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) designed to strengthen civic consciousness and build professional capacity for young West Africans. Aimed at developing the next generation of African scholars and practitioners, this fully funded internship places successful applicants directly into WACSI’s core operational areas. Whether you are a fresh graduate or an early-career professional looking to make your mark in non-profit management, policy advocacy, or communications, this opportunity gives you the hands-on experience you need to accelerate your career.

Name of Host Institution

West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI)

Requirements/Eligibility Criteria

Must be a young graduate or early-career professional from Benin, Mali, Cameroon, Chad, Ghana, or Nigeria
Hold at least a first degree in a relevant field (such as International Affairs, Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Development Studies, Mass Communication, Statistics, Economics, or related disciplines)
Demonstrate a clear interest in civil society and non-profit organization management
Possess strong research, writing, and communication (verbal and written) skills
Show proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong internet research skills
Bring bilingual skills (French and English, or English and Portuguese), with high proficiency in one and working knowledge of another preferred

Key Responsibilities

Work hands-on within one of WACSI’s operational areas: Capacity Development, Policy Influencing and Advocacy, Knowledge Management, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL), or Communications
Engage fully in all daily WACSI activities, enhancing your knowledge in leadership, programme management, and critical West African development issues
Execute research, writing, and administrative tasks under minimal supervision within a multi-cultural environment

Location

Accra, Ghana (for successful interns from Benin, Mali, Cameroon, Chad, and Ghana, based at the WACSI office) and Abuja, Nigeria (for the successful Nigerian intern, based at the WACSI Node Office).

Salary

Monthly stipend provided (exact financial amount not specified).

Duration

January to July 2027 (six months). Note that interns who are unable to complete the full six-month period are required to refund the total cost of the internship package to WACSI.

Benefits

Return flight tickets to and from your home country
Furnished accommodation (note: the Nigerian intern based in Abuja must already reside in Abuja, as accommodation is not provided for this specific post)
Lunch provided during working days for the duration of the internship
A monthly stipend

Required Documents

You must submit your CV/Resume and a Motivation Letter via email to [email protected], using the specific programme and role name in your subject line (for example, `NGIP, Knowledge Management` or `NGIP, WACSI Node`).

Deadline

November 8, 2026

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Applicants for the Communications role must hold a degree in Mass Communication, Development Communication, International Relations, Social Psychology, Graphic Design, Marketing, or a related field.

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Q: Is accommodation provided for all successful interns in the 2027 cohort?

Furnished accommodation is provided for international interns based in Accra, Ghana, but the Nigerian intern based in Abuja must already reside in Abuja as accommodation is not provided for that specific position.