Internships/Fellowships/Careers

The University of the Witwatersrand is looking for Post-Doctoral Fellows.

The University of Witwatersrand has five faculties that focus on the Humanities (including the Social Sciences); Commerce, Law and Management; Engineering and the Built Environment; Health Sciences and Science. Research intensity comes from a cross cutting focus on research activities. Consequently, the University encourages postdoctoral research and therefore offers a large number of Postdoctoral Fellowships annually. Currently, Wits is implementing a plan to grow its research intensity and part of this plan is to grow the number of Postdoctoral Fellows.

The closing date for Conventional fellowships will be May 31, 2023; Sandwich fellowships will be June 30, 2023; Industrial fellowships will be July 31, 2023.
To apply or find out more about the fellowship, please click here.

The U.S. Department of State is looking for Interns.

The Student Internship Program is now offering paid internship opportunities. It is intended to expand global opportunities for students from all backgrounds who are pursuing post-secondary degrees. All our compensated internships provide opportunities to gain experience and insight into the business of diplomacy as our employees work to advance U.S. interests worldwide.

Spring 2024 Program Cycle Call for Applications is active.
Washington, DC Location.
To apply or find out more about the internship, please click here.

The Africa Center for Strategic Studies is looking for Interns.

The Africa Center for Strategic Studies internship program provides a valuable opportunity for aspiring Africa security scholars and practitioners. Internships are available in the Africa Center’s Academic Affairs, Research, and Community and Alumni Affairs departments.

Hiring Immediately.
Washington, DC Hybrid position.
To apply or find out more about the internship, please click here.

The University of Florida is looking for a Visiting Assistant Professor of African language instruction and pedagogy.

The Center for African Studies at the University of Florida, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, time-limited, non-tenure-accruing position with a possibility of a one-year renewal at the rank of visiting assistant professor of African language instruction and pedagogy, beginning August 16, 2023.

Hiring Immediately, Full time, Nine month Position.
Gainesville, Florida Location (Main Campus).
To apply or find out more about the job position, please click here.

The International Republican Institute, West Africa Department is looking for a Program Associate.

The Program Associate (PA) is the entry level position for program work at IRI and provides administrative and programmatic support for current and developing programs in Central Africa including the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of the Congo among others.

Hiring Immediately, Full time.
Washington, DC location, hourly pay range $21.33 to $29.86.
To apply or find out more about the job position, please click here.

The International Republican Institute, Central Africa Department is looking for a Program Associate.

The Program Associate (PA) is the entry level position for program work at IRI and provides administrative and programmatic support for current and developing programs in Central Africa including the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of the Congo among others.

Hiring Immediately, Full time.
Washington, DC location, hourly pay range $21.33 to $29.86.
To apply or find out more about the job position, please click here.

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is looking for Interns for their Summer 2023 Africa Program.

The CSIS Africa Program is looking for an analytical and detail oriented individual to serve as an Intern. The Africa Program works with diverse stakeholders to identify, elevate, and address strategic challenges and opportunities in sub-Saharan Africa. The key focus areas include shifts in Africa’s governance and security landscape; the future of Africa’s economies and social capital; and the rise of new foreign partners and nonstate actors in the region.

This internship position prioritizes the program’s social media activities and the publication of the Into Africa bi-weekly podcast series. Preference will be given to candidates who possess extensive work experience using social media platforms and graphic design software. The intern will also assist with ongoing research, assisting in creating materials for high-profile events and publications, preparing briefing materials to the Director and Research Associate ahead of meetings, and providing other administrative support as needed.

Hiring Immediately, Full time Position.
Washington, DC location. Hourly pay range $16.10–18.10.
To apply or find out more about the job position, please click here.

Georgetown University is looking for a Program Manager (SFS Undergraduate Program).

The Program Manager is responsible for the financial and administrative operations of the SFS Undergraduate Program and supports the Vice Dean and Director in the management of the budget and student programs. As well, they administer BSFS event planning and communications management, and provide general support to the Vice Dean, the Director, and other senior staff.

Hiring Immediately, Full time, Hybrid Position.
Washington, DC location.
To apply or find out more about the job position, please click here.

Vital Voices is looking for a Program Manager (Africa).

We are seeking a talented professional with deep regional experience in the Sub-Saharan Africa region and in providing case management for emergency assistance relating to gender-based violence for the position of Program Manager, Africa. The Program Manager, Africa’s primary responsibilities include supporting the Voices Against Violence Initiative, managing sub-awards to local partners, processing urgent assistance cases in Sub-Saharan Africa, and providing linguistic expertise for gender-based violence programs in French. The Program Manager, Africa works in close collaboration with the full Urgent Assistance team and the Crisis Response Department to best serve survivors of gender-based violence. Additionally, the Program Manager, Africa will lead the implementation of Vital Voices’ regional strategy for Africa and will provide regional expertise for the Crisis Response Department. The Program Manager, Africa works directly with the Director, Global Networks and Regional Engagement.

Hiring Immediately, Full time.
Washington, DC location.
To apply or find out more about the job position, please click here.

The National Endowment for Democracy is looking for a Program Officer (North Africa).

The Program Officer (PO) will assist with the management, administration, development, and expansion of grant programs in the North Africa region. In addition, the PO will support existing grantees and develop prospective grantees.

Hiring Immediately.
Washington, DC location.
To apply or find out more about the job position, please click here.

George Washington University is looking for a Visiting Professor of International Affairs.

The Security Policy Studies (SPS) Program in the Elliott School of International Affairs at the George Washington University in Washington, D.C invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor of Security Policy Studies beginning June 2023. SPS is a policy-oriented master’s degree program focusing on international security issues, with a particular emphasis on 21st century security challenges and how to respond to them. Students enroll in one of our 4 concentrations: U.S. national security, transnational security, conflict resolution, and science and technology.

Applications Review will begin March 27tth, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.
Washington, DC location. Salary is commensurate with experience, but will not exceed $110,000. Nonrenewable appointment from June 1, 2023- May 31, 2024.
To apply or find out more about the job position, please click here.

The Elliott School of International Affairs is looking for Part-Time Faculty.

We’re hiring part-time faculty! All candidates are encouraged to apply, but for the upcoming semesters we are particularly in need of part-time faculty with expertise in these areas:
– International Environmental Policy
– International Organizations & Global Governance
– Mixed Research Methods
– Nationalism in Europe
– U.S. Foreign Policy
– Sanctions & Economic Statecraft

Hiring Immediately.
Washington, DC location.
To apply or find out more about the job position, please click here.

The Fulbright Scholar Program is announcing the launch of the 2024-2025 Academic year Scholar Awards Competition.

The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program offers over 400 awards in more than 135 countries for U.S. citizens to teach, conduct research and carry out professional projects around the world.  College and university faculty, as well as artists and professionals from a wide range of fields can join over 400,000 Fulbrighters who have come away with enhanced skills, new connections, and greater mutual understanding. Find the Award that matches your field and interests here.

Application Deadline September 15, 2023.
To apply or find out more about the program, please click here.

If you’re a current intern with the United Nations or in the process of applying for a UN internship, you may be eligible for our new UNA-USA Fellowship. Recognizing American undergraduates and recent grads in unpaid internships with the UN, this initiative aims to offset your internship expenses so you can keep on making the world a better place.

This fellowship application is ongoing.
The fellowship provides up to $3,000 a month during the four month Fellowship.
To apply or find out more about the fellowship, please click here.