2027 WACSI Internship Program (West Africa Civil Society Initiative)
The West Africa Civil Society Internship (WACSI) has called for applications for its fully funded Next Generation Internship for students and graduates.
WACSI Next Generation Internship Program was created in response to an identified need for structured practical capacity enhancement for young West Africans.Â
WACSI is seeking interns from Benin, Mali, Cameroon, Chad, Ghana, and Nigeria who want to strengthen their civic consciousness and build their professional capacity.
The WACSI internship is a fully funded opportunity that supports 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.
In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.
WACSI Next Generation Internship 2027 Abstract & Quick Facts
Scholarship Host: West Africa Civil Society Internship (WACSI)
Host Country:  Nigeria | Ghana
Category: Internships
Benefits: Monthly Stipend | Hands-on Training | Professional Development
Eligibility: Students from Nigeria, Ghana, Benin, Mali, Cameroon, Chad
Deadline: November 8, 2026
West Africa Civil Society Internship (WACSI) 2027 Details
The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) is inviting young graduates and early-career professionals from Nigeria, Ghana, Benin, Mali, Cameroon, Chad to apply for its Next Generation  Internship Programme (NGIP).
This six-month WACSI Internship Program aims to develop the next generation of African leaders by providing hands-on experience in WACSI’s core areas of Capacity Development, Policy Influencing and Advocacy, and Knowledge Management.
Interns will actively participate in WACSI’s activities, enhancing their civic awareness and professional skills to address critical development issues in West Africa.
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2026 WACSI Internship Program Benefits
- This is a fully funded internship by WACSI. 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.
- -The internship period is from January to July 2027. Interns who are unable to complete the six-month internship will refund the total cost of the internship package to WACSI.
- The successful interns from Benin, Mali, Cameroon, Chad and Ghana will spend a substantial part of her/his internship working at the WACSI office in Accra, Ghana.
- The successful Nigerian intern will be based in the WACSI Node Office in Abuja, Nigeria. Applicants must therefore be based in Abuja, Nigeria as there is no provision for accommodation.
2027 WACSI Next Generation Internship Requirements
To be considered for the 2027 WACSI Next Generation Internship award, applicants must satisfy the following criteria:
- Be young graduates or early-career professionals with at least a first degree in a relevant field.
- Capacity Development, Knowledge Management, Policy Influencing and Advocacy, and WACSI Node Nigeria: A degree in International Affairs, Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Development Studies, Mass Communication or a related field.
- Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL): A degree in Statistics, Data Management, Mathematics, Data Science and Analytics, Project Management, Economics or a related field.
- Communications: A degree in Mass Communication, Development Communication, International Relations, Social Psychology, Graphic Design, Marketing or a related field.
Must-Have Skills
- 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
- Â Works well under pressure with minimal supervision and in a multi-cultural environment
- Proactive, willing to learn and take initiative
- NB: All applicants should also show an interest in civil society and non-profit organisation management.
Available Internship Positions
- Capacity Development Intern
- Knowledge Management Intern
- Policy Influencing and Advocacy Intern
- WACSI Node Nigeria Intern
- Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Intern
- Communications Intern
How To Apply for 2027 WACSI Internship Program
The step-by-step guide to apply for the WACSI Internship Program is as follows;
- Visit the official scholarship portal (Click the link below).
- Complete the Form. Fill in academic, personal, and institutional details accurately.
- Upload Required Documents: Attach all documents listed in the section above in the specified format.
- Submit your application by the deadline.
- Preference will be given to applicants with high proficiency in English, French, or Portuguese and a working knowledge of one other.
Application Deadline: November 8, 2026
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