Program Internship

Suvira Africa is hiring a Program Intern in Nairobi, Kenya to support research and policy programs by assisting with work plans, logistics, partner coordination, and monitoring progress, gaining practical experience in program management and national policy. If you are organized, proactive, and eager to contribute to economic empowerment initiatives, submit your application to join Suvira Africa’s next-generation team dedicated to driving continental development.

Suvira Africa is a leading research-driven non-governmental organization (NGO) and think tank based in Kenya, focused on accelerating business growth, innovation, and economic empowerment across the continent. It serves as a catalyst for development by bridging gaps between technology, law, policy, and entrepreneurship to foster sustainable economic progress.

Vacancy Announcement: Program Intern
Number of Positions: 1
Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Suvira Africa seeks an organized and proactive Program Intern to support the coordination and implementation of ongoing research and policy programs. This role is ideal for individuals interested in program management, development work, and policy implementation.

Key Responsibilities

The selected intern will support program coordination activities, including:

• Assisting in the development of project work plans and timelines
• Supporting coordination of field logistics in Nairobi and Kisumu
• Liaising with enumerators, volunteers, and partners
• Tracking milestones, deliverables, and implementation progress
• Supporting Monitoring and Evaluation tracking
• Assisting in the planning and coordination of policy roundtables and stakeholder engagements
• Supporting preparation of concept notes and participant coordination

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or final-year student in Project Management, Development Studies, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field
• Strong organizational and coordination skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to work in faster paced environmenInitiative and strong accountability

What internship offers

• Hands on program managements experience
• Exposure to national policy

At Suvira Africa, interns work as part of the organization, contributing to multiple initiatives, receiving mentorship, and gaining real professional experience in policy and development practice.

We are not just recruiting for one project; we are building a next-generation team to support ongoing and upcoming initiatives across research, policy engagement, governance, and public discourse in Kenya.