Reporting to the Head of Private Sector Partnerships, the intern will work closely with relevant staff within AGRA to contribute to and strengthen the delivery of the Private Sector Partnerships results and overall AGRA’s efforts. The intern will support the team to ensure a smooth flow of activities in the areas of administration, coordination, logistics, finance, and procurement.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Event management and participation: Under the team’s guidance, provide support in organizing conferences, webinars, and workshops, including managing invitations. Additionally, assist in coordinating the team’s participation in these events.
Database management: Maintain a database of contacts (address and telephone numbers of institutions that the unit deals with and any other relevant information).
File management: Maintain an online shared folder/filing system for all correspondence, and documentation.
Partner engagement: Under the team’s guidance, initiate/ organize in-house unit meetings with partners, record the meeting, take notes, and manage follow-ups and monthly reports.
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the Unit operations, responding and/or re-routing general requests for information, electronic communication, and facilitation.
Support the preparation of PowerPoint presentations for different stakeholders with the Partnerships team.
Additional duties may be assigned to support the Unit.
Key Qualifications and Experience Required:
Currently a postgraduate student or a recent graduate with a degree in IT, Business, Commerce, Business Administration or Economics, Finance, or a related field.
Computer proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet search skills, PowerPoint, and the ability to learn new applications quickly.
At least 1 year of relevant experience in providing administrative or operational support.
Experience in research and preparation of reports would be an added advantage.
Strategic thinking, with strong analytical and research skills
Presentation skills with knowledge of tools such as PPT, and Canva.
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills; courtesy, tact, patience, and team orientation
Ability to multi-task and prioritize work amidst competing demands.
Planning and Organizing: Strong administration skills.
Results-driven and attention to detail: ability to deliver in a short period, high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and thoroughness.
Ability to maintain a timely and efficient workflow.
Commitment to AGRA’s mission and core values
If you believe you are the right candidate for this position, kindly submit your application with a detailed CV (including your e-mail and telephone contacts) to recruit@agra.org. Please quote the job reference number in the subject line of the application e-mail.Applications must be received on or before May 3, 2024
Apply via :
recruit@agra.org
