The IFRC Africa Regional Office is seeking a motivated and committed PGI Intern to support the implementation of Protection, Gender and Inclusion (PGI) initiatives across the region, with a special focus on the Children Affected by Armed Conflict (CAAC) project. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to regional PGI programming, gain hands-on experience in humanitarian operations, and support institutional strengthening of National Societies.

Job Duties and Responsibilities


Assist in coordinating and monitoring regional PGI projects, including children affected in Armed Conflict (CAAC) initiatives.
Support documentation, reporting, and knowledge-sharing across National Societies and partners.
Contribute to the development of visibility and learning materials (e.g., case studies, human interest stories, tools).
Assist in organizing virtual and in-person trainings, consultations, and meetings.
Maintain PGI project data and support analysis of reports from National Societies.
Contribute to PGI-related events, safeguarding initiatives.


Duties applicable to all staff.


Work actively towards the achievement of the IFRC’s goals. 
Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross and Red Crescent principles.
Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager.


Education


Bachelor’s or master’s in international relations, Gender Studies, Humanitarian Affairs, Social Work, or a related field. Required.


Experience


Demonstrated interest in protection, gender, child rights, or humanitarian programming. Required.
Understanding on humanitarian operations, including with gender, protection, safeguarding or related specialized knowledge. Preferred.
Experience in data management, documentation and reporting. Required.
Experience in community Engagement. Preferred.
Experience in working on child programming. Required.