Job Description
Eligibility Requirements
The AERC aims to select candidates with a Master’s degree in any one the following disciplines:
- Economics; Statistics; Agricultural Economics; Development Studies; Mathematics; or Gender Studies.
- Governance and Knowledge Management.
- General Support Services: Accounting and Finance Administration; Procurement; or HR Management.
- ICT
- Communication & External Relations
Participants in the programme are selected on a competitive basis, reflecting the position needs of the AERC.
The following are the minimum requirements for internship positions:
- Aged 30 and below at point of submitting application
- Holds a minimum of a master’s degree or its equivalent from a recognized university; and is applying for the internship within one year of having obtained a master’s degree
- Is a Kenyan citizen or has legal document allowing him/her to work in Kenya
- Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English, with a working knowledge of another language (e.g. proficiency in French is an added advantage).
- Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
In addition to the above selection criteria, preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate the following:
- Rapid turnaround of work
- Good communication skills
How to Apply – Online application
Due to the high volume of responses received, only electronic confirmations of receipt will be issued. Application processing will be on a rolling basis
Application Checklist:
The application checklist is intended to facilitate your application process.
- Provide an email address (if possible, include a second email address). Fill in the correct email address, as this will be the main means of communication with you.
- Provide the most current contact information.
- Complete the application in a single session.
- Answer all the questions. All questions marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory (require an answer).
- Complete phone number (country code + number).
- Upload all of the following mandatory documents:
- Maximum two-page Curriculum Vitae in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
- Copy of school completion certificate for a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree completion certificate.
- Letter of Motivation.
- Answer all questions. All Questions marked with asterisk (*) are mandatory.
