2026 WACSI Next Generation Internship Programme | Fully Funded

WACSI Next Generation Internship

The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) invites young professionals from Nigeria, Guinea, Niger, and Togo to apply for its fully funded Next Generation Internship Programme (NGIP) running from July to December 2026.

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The WACSI Next Generation Internship Programme is a six month fully funded internship that offers hands-on experience in capacity development, policy influencing and advocacy, and knowledge management, while receiving full support, including accommodation.

In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.


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WACSI Next Generation Internship Abstract

  • Host: West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI)
  • Location: Accra, Ghana and Abuja, Nigeria
  • Category: Internships || Trainings
  • Benefits: Full Sponsorship
    • Accommodation
    • Living Stipends
    • Meal
    • Hands on experience
  • Eligibility: Nigeria, Guinea, Niger, and Togo 
  • Deadline: May 1, 2026

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WACSI Next Generation Internship Details

The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) invites young professionals from Nigeria, Guinea, Niger, and Togo to apply for its fully funded Next Generation Internship Programme (NGIP) running from July to December 2026.

This six-month opportunity is open to fresh graduates and early-career professionals with a background in fields such as international affairs, political science, public policy, law, or development studies, and an interest in civil society and non-profit management.

Interns will gain hands-on experience in capacity development, policy influencing and advocacy, and knowledge management, while receiving full support, including accommodation (for Guinea, Niger, and Togo).

Interns from Guinea, Niger, and Togo will be based in Accra, while the Nigerian intern will be based in Abuja (applicants must already reside in Abuja as no accommodation will be provided).

WACSI Next Generation Internship Benefits

  • The institute will support interns fully with a flight to and from their home country, furnished accommodation, lunch during working days for the duration of the internship, and a monthly stipend.
  • Interns are expected to commit to WACSI for six months during which time they will be fully involved in all WACSI activities and enhance their knowledge and capacities for leadership, knowledge and programme management, and critical development issues for West Africa, among other areas.
  • The successful intern will spend a substantial part of her/his internship working at the WACSI office in Abuja, Nigeria
  • It is expected from the intern to produce a practicum and end of internship reports and a technology action plan for implementation pertaining to West Africa/Civil Society by the end of the internship period. 

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Interns Roles for the 2026 WACSI Next Generation Internship

Responsibilities for Interns:

  • Supporting in designing and implementing institutional assessment tools, training, and technical support.
  • Participating in unit and cross-unit programme/project planning and proposal development.
  • Providing general administrative support for programmes, budget monitoring, tracking, and maintaining a calendar of activities.
  • Assisting with arrangements and organisation of the various pieces of training and technical support planned under the Unit.
  • Serving as a liaison between WACSI and resource persons, associates, partners, and beneficiaries.
  • Aiding in designing and developing training tools such as toolkits, modules, and other indigenous training resources.
  • Researching, writing, and producing briefings and fact sheets on ongoing programmes and projects.
  • Developing and drafting project work plans, reports, concept notes, and other documentation, such as training and resource materials, presentations, and budget proposals.
  • Conduct desktop research on policy and legislative issues
  • Any other duties that the Head of the Unit may assign

WACSI Next Generation Internship Programme Requirements

To be eligible for the WACSI Next Generation Internship, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

  • Have a minimum of a first degree in fields such as international affairs, political science, public policy, law, or development studies
  • Have commitment to WACSI’s vision and values and demonstrated interest in civil society. 
  • Possess strong technical, writing and communication (verbal and written) skills. 
  • Have interest in interest in civil society and non-profit management.

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  • Interest in civil society and non-profit organization management
  • Strong research, writing and communication (verbal and written) skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong internet research skills
  • Bilingual skills (French and English/ English and Portuguese)
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Works well under pressure with minimal supervision and in a multi-cultural environment
  • Proactive, willing to learn and take initiative

WACSI Next Generation Internship Required Documents

While applying for the 2026 WACSI Next Generation Internship, you will be required to submit the following documents;

  • CV/Resume
  • Motivation Letter

How To Apply for WACSI Next Generation Internship

To apply for the WACSI Next Generation Internship, follow the instructions we have outlined below; 

  • Read the information we have provided on this webpage and ensure your eligibility
  • Interested applicants should send their motivation letter and CV/Resume to the provided mail

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Deadline: May 1st, 2026


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