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UN Capital Development Fund Internship for West and Central Africans
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**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.
## 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.
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## 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.
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the Internship level
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
- Demonstrated financial need (most fully funded sponsors verify household income)
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Financial-need declaration or family-income statement (sponsor-specific template)
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the UN Capital Development Fund Internship for West and Central Africans?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the Internship level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to the host country for the duration of the programme.
Is the UN Capital Development Fund Internship for West and Central Africans fully funded?+
Funding model: Fully Funded. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.