AFRODAD Internship Program 2026 for Young Professionals is Now Open

October 24, 2025

Are you passionate about inclusive economic growth, debt justice, and sustainable development in Africa? The African Forum & Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD) invites young professionals across the continent to apply for its prestigious Internship Program 2026.
This time-sensitive opportunity offers emerging African leaders a chance to gain hands-on experience in policy advocacy, development finance, communications, and governance within one of Africa’s leading Pan-African civil society organizations.

The African Forum and Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD) is a Pan-African Civil Society Organisation committed to influencing policy change on public debt management, development finance, and economic governance.
Operating in 16 African countries and engaging with 3 regional economic blocs, AFRODAD is a thought leader in advocating for transparent, accountable, and rights-based public finance systems that serve African citizens.
AFRODAD’s mission is rooted in promoting responsible borrowing, economic sovereignty, and sustainable development that centers African voices and public participation.

The AFRODAD Internship is a 6-month program designed for young African professionals eager to gain real-world experience in regional policy research, advocacy, public finance reform, and civil society engagement.
Interns will join one of the following key departments:

Policy & Advocacy
Campaigns & Communications
Finance & Administration
Human Resources
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
Executive Director’s Office

This internship is more than professional training, it’s an opportunity to contribute to critical economic transformation across Africa.

Name of Organizer

AFRODAD

Requirements/ Eligibility Criteria

If you’re a young African professional seeking a career in policy, economics, governance, or civil society work — this internship is for you.
Here are the key eligibility requirements:
1. Age & Citizenship

Open to young African citizens, typically aged between 20 and 35 years.
Must be residing in Africa at the time of application.

2. Educational Background
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field such as:

Economics
Political Science
International Relations
Communications
Finance
Public Administration
Law
Development Studies
Monitoring & Evaluation

3. Skills & Competence:

Demonstrated interest in public policy, economic development, or advocacy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and remotely, especially for those not based near AFRODAD offices.
Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to Pan-African ideals.

4. Availability: Must be available for the full 6-month internship period (exact start dates to be confirmed post-selection).

Duration & stipend

Duration: 6 months (full-time commitment expected).
Start Date: Early 2026 (TBD upon selection).
Working Arrangement: In-person internships available in Harare, Zimbabwe, or Yaoundé, Cameroon.

Remote internships available for applicants from other African countries. A modest stipend may be provided to support interns, subject to availability of funding and location-specific arrangements

Location

Interns located in countries with an AFRODAD office, such as Harare, Zimbabwe, or Yaoundé, Cameroon, will report to the office full-time. Remote working arrangements will be made for Interns in other countries.