Are you passionate about youth development, Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE), and research in sub-Saharan Africa? Here’s your chance to contribute to impactful projects while gaining invaluable experience. The YPAR team is offering two unique internship opportunities for driven individuals to join their remote workforce and make a difference.

Position 1: Coordination Intern

• Location: Remote
• Contract Length: 12 months
• Start Date: 1 February 2025
• Stipend: R5,000/month
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in coordinating and implementing YPAR projects on CSE in Malawi, Uganda, and Ethiopia.
  • Handle project logistics and planning.
  • Communicate with local partners and stakeholders to ensure project success.
  • Provide research administration and event coordination support.
• Educational Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public health, international development, or related field (enrolled or recent graduate).
  • Familiarity with SRHR, CSE, or youth development in sub-Saharan Africa is an advantage.
  • Experience in program planning and organization.

Position 2: Research Intern

• Location: Remote
• Contract Length: 12 months
• Start Date: 1 February 2025
• Stipend: R7,000/month
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Support implementation of YPAR projects on CSE in Malawi, Uganda, and Ethiopia.
  • Assist with data collection, analysis, quality control, and reporting.
  • Conduct literature reviews and employ qualitative research methods such as interviews and focus group discussions.
  • Liaise with local partners and stakeholders.
• Educational Requirements:
  • Master’s degree in social sciences, public health, international development, or related field.
  • Proficiency in research tools and methods.
  • Experience in qualitative data collection, quality control, and program planning.