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UN Capital Development Fund Internship for West and Central Africans

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Host country: Africa
Deadline: Rolling – check official site
Region: Africa

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Who can apply: West and Central African students or recent graduates
Funding: Fully Funded
Study level: Internship
Deadline: Rolling – check official site

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West and Central African students or recent graduates

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About the UN Capital Development Fund Internship for West and Central Africans (2026)

**The** UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is opening its doors for internship positions toward West and Central Africans. Known as the foundation for local development finance, UNCDF also thrusts for inclusive finance and the promotion of women and youth empowerment in the Least Developed Countries (LDCs). Its main objective is to facilitate access to public and private capital for the most underserved people. **Application deadline: January 13, 2022** ### Table of contents - [Benefits of the UN Capital Development Fund](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/un-capital-development-fund-internship-for-west-and-central-africans/#h-benefits-of-the-un-capital-development-fund) - [About the UNCDF](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/un-capital-development-fund-internship-for-west-and-central-africans/#h-about-the-uncdf) - [Eligibility Criteria for West and Central Africans](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/un-capital-development-fund-internship-for-west-and-central-africans/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-west-and-central-africans) - [How to Apply for the Internship](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/un-capital-development-fund-internship-for-west-and-central-africans/#h-how-to-apply-for-the-internship) ## Benefits of the UN Capital Development Fund The internship intended for West and Central Africans shall last for 3-6 months. Detailed below are the benefits as well as the roles and responsibilities that come with the position: - The Intern will be home-based; - The Intern will work under the supervision of the UNCDF Regional Coordinator in WCA and its team; - The position is open to candidates from all nationalities, Senegalese included; - Please note that internships are given a monthly stipend of approximately USD 100 per month in their local currency; - UNCDF’s internal rules do not allow the organization to provide compensation for travel and living expenses; - Please note that interns are not employees of UNCDF; - All costs/fees associated with the intern’s participation in the program must be borne by the Intern Duties: The intern will support the Local Development Finance Practice (Localized Investments) in the West and Central Africa office of UNCDF to implement the portfolio of projects for the achievements of its goals in various domains of its mandate. These projects aim at boosting very small businesses namely in the whole agricultural value chain-, Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects, and at strengthening the capacities of municipalities – particularly in rural areas – for the implementation of their development mandate through improving their access to financing. The achievement of these objectives will be possible through capacity-building programs, the development of innovative financial mechanisms, and the identification, structuring, and financing of projects with high local impact. More specifically, the Intern will support UNCDF teams in the implementation and development of their programs by: - Providing analytical support for conducting research on financing local development in the region; - Developing communication tools; - Drafting of project/framing documents, technical reports, performance reviews and country annual reports; - Elaborating annual work plans, PowerPoint presentations, 2-pagers, etc.; - Participating in and organizing working meetings and consultations with project stakeholders and writing and sharing of minutes; - Supporting UNCDF’s resource mobilization efforts by supporting the team in the conception and drafting of project proposals. ![](https://i0.wp.com/scholarshipsforafricans.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/csm_619827470shutterstock_1193208634_Premier_ST-ZD_c4b663b8b2.jpg?resize=1024%2C512&ssl=1) ## About the UNCDF Its expertise enables it to develop «last mile» financial models in areas where infrastructures, access to basic services, financial and non-financial services are lacking to unlock public and private resources at the national level. The expected impact is to reduce poverty and encourage economic local development. UNCDF’s work is based on two approaches: - **Financial inclusion** – New technologies and saving-based approach allowing individuals, households and small businesses to better participate in the local economic development by providing the tools and financial services they need to escape poverty and manage their financial situations; - **Localized Investments** – Thanks to fiscal decentralization, innovative municipal financing and structural financing of projects –, which contribute to promote public and private financing to boost local economic growth and sustainable development. * * * Stay in the loop! Get weekly updates on new scholarships offerings here. * * * ## Eligibility Criteria for West and Central Africans Applicants to the UNCDF internship program must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: - (a) Candidate must be enrolled in a graduate degree program in Management, Economics, Politics or another related field; OR - (b) Be enrolled in the last academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent) in a related field of study; - (c) Have graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) less than one year before the beginning of the internship. **Language:** - Excellent knowledge of French and English (written and oral). **General Internships Terms & Conditions:** - UNCDF Internship programme is governed by the UNDP Internship Policy Framework and Rules. - Under the new revised UNDP Internship Policy, UNCDF will provide a modest monthly internship stipend to its interns, in accordance with the provisions of the UNDP Internship Policy. All expenses connected with the internship will be borne by the Intern or her/his sponsoring entity/institution. Stipends are available only for full-time and part-time internships at this time. - Selected Interns must be able to share proof of education enrolment and/ or graduation, **medical/ health and life/accident insurance valid for the location in which the internship will be carried out** and be able to provide insurance documentary proof at the time of their selection; - The purpose of the Internship Programme is not to lead to further employment with UNCDF but to complement an Intern’s studies and learning growth - There is no expectation of employment at the end of these internships. **Application Process:** - In your application, please state in one paragraph why you would like to be considered for the internship and your primary motivation to apply for this role; - Please note that you will need to answer **the mandatory questions on timeframe and availability** (under Additional Questions section), which is a part of the internship application process, in addition to your cover letter; - Please submit your Resume/CV and an application using the UNCDF Internship Application form: [http://www.uncdf.org/download/file/127/2509/internshipdoc](http://www.uncdf.org/download/file/127/2509/internshipdoc) - Applications should include the application form and latest resume. Applicants are welcome to submit any additional work samples or portfolios in one single file, preferably PDF; - Please note that the UNDP jobsite system allows only one uploading of application document, so please make sure that you merge all your documents (CV/ Resume, Cover Letter etc. into a single file before uploading). - Interested candidates can apply at any time indicating the timeframe of their availability in the internship form. However, only those candidates selected for interviews/ further assessment by hiring managers will be contacted. Furthermore, applicants are selected based on the following criteria: - Demonstrated interest in rural/local development issues in sub-Saharan Africa; - Excellent writing, analytical and research skills; - Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and the use of social media and other online tools in French and English; - Ability to take initiatives and work independently and in teams; - Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, Power Point). ## How to Apply for the Internship In order to start the application process, please visit the [official UN Capital Development Fund website](https://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=102654) for further details. * * * _brought to you by Scholarships for Africans_ [**Scholarships for Africans**](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/) is a premier scholarship information blog committed to bringing more opportunities for Africans globally. They are part of the African Scholar Initiative, powered by Scholarship Hippo. 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** Consult https://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=102654 to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: West and Central African students or recent graduates. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Rolling – check official site. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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