Health Systems Strengthening Internship

Amref Health Africa is a premier health development organization based in Africa, dedicated to transforming healthcare systems for lasting health change. The organization’s Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) Directorate was established as a strategic technical assistance and thought leadership hub to strengthen health systems across sub-Saharan Africa through integrated programming, technical support, policy alignment, evidence generation and regional collaboration. The Directorate focuses on key pillars including Primary Health Care (PHC), Health Financing, Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH), Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) and Health Workforce strengthening.

JOB PURPOSE

The HSS Intern will provide technical, research, coordination, operational and administrative support across the Health Systems Strengthening Directorate’s technical pillars as well as the cross-cutting programs, departments and projects in the Directorate.

The intern will support evidence generation, technical documentation, stakeholder coordination, program implementation activities and knowledge management processes while gaining exposure to health systems strengthening programming, policy and technical assistance initiatives across Africa.

Responsibilities

Evidence Generation and Technical Research

• Support literature reviews, desk reviews, and evidence synthesis across HSS thematic areas including PHC, RMNCAH, SDoH, health workforce, and health financing.
• Assist in compiling technical information and background materials for projects, meetings, and strategic engagements.
• Support development of technical briefs, presentations, reports, and knowledge products.
• Contribute to evidence generation and documentation of lessons learned across HSS initiatives.

Technical Writing, Reporting and Documentation

• Support drafting and editing of workshop reports, meeting summaries, concept notes, technical documents, and presentations.
• Assist in documenting stakeholder engagements, webinars, consultations, and strategic discussions.
• Support organization and maintenance of technical documentation and knowledge management systems.
• Assist in preparing dissemination and communication materials for internal and external audiences.

Coordination and Program Support

• Assist in preparing agendas, presentations, attendance tracking, and follow-up actions and action points from meetings.
• Support coordination of meetings, workshops, learning exchanges and technical engagements.
• Assist in preparing agendas, tracking action points, and following up on deliverables.
• Support collaboration across technical teams, consultants, country offices, and partners.
• Assist with logistical, administrative and operational coordination for Directorate activities and events.

Knowledge Management and Operational Support

• Support maintenance and organization of repositories, technical resources, and documentation systems.
• Assist in tracking technical outputs, deliverables, and program milestones.
• Contribute to internal learning and knowledge-sharing initiatives within the Directorate.
• Support cross-functional collaboration and internal coordination across HSS Directorate.

Qualifications

Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Global Health, Health Policy, Social Sciences, International Development, or related field.
• Strong interest in health systems strengthening and public health programming in Africa.
• Basic understanding of public health systems, health policy, and development programming.
• Experience in academic research, report writing, or student-led projects is an added advantage.
• Strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to synthesize information and communicate effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Professionalism, adaptability, and willingness to learn.