Name of the Event: Machel-Mandela Internship Programme 2025
Date: 1 February 2025
Place: Parktown, Johannesburg
Working language: English
Last Date of Application: 15 November 2024
Link to Apply:
Details:
The internship will be available full-time for a minimum of six months and the selected candidate will be expected to take up the appointment by 1 February 2025. The intern may be from South Africa or farther afield. They will be based at the Brenthurst Foundation’s headquarters in Parktown, Johannesburg. Interns will work directly with and assist the Foundation’s staff on a range of projects and activities, some of which will require foreign travel.
An all-inclusive stipend per month and accommodation, if required (subject to Foundation policy), will be provided. Other work-related expenses may also be covered subject to agreement with the Foundation.
Requirements:
Under 30 years of age
A Masters level degree
Excellent spoken and written English. African and other languages would be an asset.
Excellent communication skills
Enthusiastic and reliable, a self-starter who requires minimal oversight and management
Able to balance deadlines and attention to detail
Fluency in all basic IT skills
Copy-editing and proof-reading skills are an asset
A passion for Africa and a keen interest in new thinking and strategies to strengthen Africa's economic performance.
Broad knowledge of African politics and economics
Familiarity with the work of the Brenthurst Foundation (please consult the website: www.thebrenthurstfoundtion.org)
Submissions:
Please address your application to info@thebrenthurstfoundation.org quoting ‘Machel-Mandela Internship’ in the subject line.
You will need to send-
An up-to-date CV with referees’ details. A cover letter – no more than 500 words, outlining your interest in the position and the skills you can bring to bear.
A writing sample – this can be any piece of work, for example, an essay or a published article, of any length.
The earliest date you would be able to start.
Details of where you saw the post advertised.
We are not the official organisers of the program. If you have any queries regarding it, kindly contact the organisers.
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