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The African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP) is a regional non-profit research and policy Institute established in 2010 to help bridge the gaps between research, policy and practice in development efforts in Africa. Our primary purpose is to contribute to sustainable development through the use of evidence and advocacy to strengthen political commitment and resource allocation for development issues; informing the design and implementation of effective interventions; and strengthening governance and accountability structures for tracking development challenges in Africa. AFIDEP is registered as a Non-Governmental Organisation in both Kenya and Malawi (where it has offices) and as a non-profit institution in the USA with 501(c)3 status. For further details about AFIDEP and its work refer to www.afidep.org.

AFIDEP is seeking to recruit two (2) Human Resource Interns to provide administrative and operational support to the Human Resources team in implementing HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, records management, employee engagement amongst others. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelors’ Degree in Human Resource Management or Business Administration or related field of study.

Location:  1 based in Nairobi – Kenya, 1 based in Lilongwe – Malawi

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Assist with recruitment processes, including posting job adverts, screening CVs, and scheduling interviews
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes
• Maintain and update HR records and files in the HR Information System (HRIS)
• Support the preparation and execution of HR documents for audits and compliance processes.
• Assist with leave tracking, timesheet management and contract management
• TEP Management with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Department of Immigration for Expatriates.
• Management of membership subscriptions of staff to various professional member bodies.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and internal communication
• Participate in HR policy reviews and process improvements
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team

Qualifications

• A Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Good understanding of HR functions, labour laws/regulations and best practices
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively on issues to a range of audiences as well as meaningfully interact and engage with diverse teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, as well as independently in a fast-paced environment and with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Discretion and ability to handle sensitive information

• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a multicultural team.

To apply: Please send a motivation letter indicating your suitability for the position, including the position title “Human Resource Intern” on the subject of the email, and a detailed CV which should include three relevant referees, to recruitment@afidep.org not later than 11^th August 2025. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

AFIDEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

AFIDEP is a regional non-profit research and policy institute whose mission is to institutionalize a culture of consistent use of evidence in public policy formulation and implementation to address various development challenges in Africa. AFIDEP works in six focus areas namely: Population dynamics and demographic dividend; Health and well-being; Education and skills development; Environment, energy and climate change; Economic wellbeing; and Governance and accountability. AFIDEP implements its continental programme of work from its offices in Nairobi (Kenya), and Lilongwe (Malawi).

AFIDEP is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Research & Policy Associate – Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) to join our team. The position will be based in either Malawi or Kenya

The successful candidate will play a key role in generating evidence, conducting policy analysis, and engaging stakeholders to advance SRHR in Africa. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research, policy advocacy, and strategic engagement at both national and regional levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and analyse SRHR research using both quantitative and qualitative approaches.
• Conduct critical policy analysis and develop policy briefs, position papers, and advocacy materials.
• Manage SRHR-related projects, ensuring timely delivery and efficient resource use.
• Contribute to resource mobilisation through grant proposals and partnerships.
• Represent the organisation at high-level forums and engage with policymakers, civil society, and development partners.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Demography, Public Health, or related Social/Health Sciences.
• At least two years’ experience in both research and policy work on SRHR.
• Strong skills in data collection, analysis, and use of statistical/qualitative software.
• Experience in project management and policy engagement.
• Excellent writing skills, with a track record of developing policy briefs; publications and grant proposal success are an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

To apply: Please send a motivation letter and a detailed CV, indicating your suitability for the position, which should include three relevant referees to: hr@afidep.org not later than 5^th September 2025. Include the job title in the email subject. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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AFIDEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.