Next Generation Internship Programme 2026

🏢 About the Programme

The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) is offering a six-month internship opportunity for fresh graduates and early-career professionals. This programme is ideal for individuals with a background in:

• International Affairs
• Political Science
• Public Policy
• Law
• Development Studies

Participants should have an interest in civil society and non-profit management.

🎁 Benefits

This internship is fully funded by WACSI and includes:

• Flight to and from the intern's home country.
• Furnished accommodation during the internship.
• Lunch on working days.
• Monthly stipend for the duration of the internship.

Accommodation Details

• Interns will gain hands-on experience in capacity development, policy influencing and advocacy, and knowledge management.
• Interns from Guinea, Niger, and Togo will be based in Accra, Ghana, with full accommodation provided.
• Interns from Nigeria will be based in Abuja. Applicants must already reside in Abuja as no accommodation will be provided.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the programme, applicants must:

• Hold a minimum of a first degree in International Affairs, Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Development Studies, or related fields.
• Be young professionals from Nigeria, Guinea, Niger, or Togo.
• Demonstrate an interest in civil society and non-profit organisation management.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Deadline: 01 May, 2026
• How to Apply:
  Interested applicants should send their motivation letter and CV/Resume to recruitment@wacsi.org.

🌍 About WACSI

The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) is dedicated to strengthening the capacity of civil society organisations in West Africa to foster sustainable development and social change.

For more details, visit the official WACSI website or contact recruitment@wacsi.org.

• This is a fully funded internship by WACSI.
• The institute will support interns fully with a flight to and from their home country, furnished accommodation, lunch during working days for the duration of the internship, and a monthly stipend.