Programme & Operations Intern

About the role

The Programme & Operations Intern will support UN Women’s gender‑equality initiatives in Sierra Leone, gaining practical experience in programme implementation, operations, and administration while working both virtually and on‑site.

Key responsibilities

• Support programme specialists and operations managers in implementing UN Women’s gender‑equality initiatives in Sierra Leone.
• Assist with administrative tasks, data collection, and reporting for flagship programmes such as women’s leadership, ending violence, and economic empowerment.
• Participate in virtual and on‑site learning activities, contributing to research, stakeholder mapping and knowledge‑sharing across sectors like agriculture, trade, digital innovation and peace‑building.
• Provide logistical support for events, workshops and community outreach as required.

Required profile

• Recent graduate or final‑year university student with a degree related to gender studies, development, social sciences, economics, public policy or a related field.
• Strong interest in gender equality, women’s empowerment and multilateral development work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a diverse team.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiency.

What we offer

• Hands‑on experience in a UN agency working on gender‑equality programmes.
• Mentorship from experienced programme specialists and operations managers.
• Exposure to virtual and on‑site activities across multiple sectors.
• Certificate of completion and possible future recruitment from the roster.