IFC Global Internship Program (63) – Private Sector Fragility Internship
Job #:
req26097
Organization:
IFC
Sector:
Other
Grade:
UC
Term Duration:
0 years 3 months
Recruitment Type:
Local Recruitment
Location:
Nairobi,Kenya
Required Language(s):
English
Preferred Language(s):
French
Closing Date:
2/25/2024 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC
Description
IFC — a member of the World Bank Group — is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries.
In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.
IFC’s Africa department is seeking an intern as part of our Global Internship Program (GIP). The Global Internship Program (GIP) offers highly motivated individuals an opportunity to be exposed to the mission and work of IFC and the broader World Bank Group and become part of the largest private sector development institution in the world.
The program encourages individuals to bring new perspectives and innovative ideas to IFC’s work, while improving skills in a diverse and highly stimulating environment. Moreover, the Global Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to exchange ideas and network with international professionals dedicated to ending extreme poverty and boosting prosperity in the developing world.
Duties and Accountabilities:
• Undertaking data analysis on IFC portfolio • Deep dive analysis into key fragility themes such as conflict and violence and forced displacement • Support on analysis around business development • Mapping of domestic private sector and program reporting.
Selection Criteria
• Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Master’s degree level program • Preferred field of study: Economics, Social Sciences • 2-3 years of previous work experience • Fluency in English • High level of Excel and Tableau capacity • Proficiency with PowerPoint and data visualization tools • Strong knowledge of key fragility themes in Africa, fragile and conflict affected situations, and challenges around private sector investment in African frontier markets. • Fluency in French preferred
Please refrain from submitting more than three applications to our internship program otherwise your candidacy may be disqualified and rescinded.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.
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