The Machel-Mandela Internship Program, named in honor of former South African President Nelson Mandela and his wife, Graca Machel, is presently accepting applications from interested parties. It is administered by the Brenthurst Foundation. This program seeks to become one of the most prominent in Africa, supporting the leadership development of the continent’s future generations. The Machel-Mandela Internship supports the Brenthurst Foundation’s effort to develop and assist Africa’s future leaders by concentrating on the continent’s growing youth population.
The post is anticipated to be filled by June 1, 2024, and the chosen applicant for the Brenthurst Foundation Machel-Mandela Internship Program must begin full-time employment for a minimum of six months. The intern might be foreign or from South Africa. The Brenthurst Foundation’s offices in Parktown, Johannesburg, will serve as their principal site. Interns will collaborate closely with Foundation employees on a range of assignments and initiatives, some of which may require travel abroad.
Benefits:
- A monthly all-inclusive stipend is provided by the program, along with housing if needed (subject to Foundation Policy).
- Subject to an agreement with the foundation, all additional work-related expenses may also be covered.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants must be under 30 years old.
- Applicants should hold a master’s degree.
- Strong communication skills and proficiency in English are required.
- Applicants must demonstrate self-motivation.
- Fluency in IT is necessary.
- Proficiency in copy-editing and proofreading is essential.
- Applicants should show a passion for Africa.
- A comprehensive understanding of African politics and economics is expected.
- Prior experience with Brenthurst Foundation work is preferred.
Application Procedure:
- An updated CV
- A 500-word covering letter
- A writing sample
- Your availability for start
- Details of where you found the advertised post.
Deadline: April 1st, 2024
Apply Now:
https://www.thebrenthurstfoundation.org/news/the-machel-mandela-internship-programme-1/
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