ActionAid recrute un(e) Business Development and Innovation Intern
ActionAid (AA) Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, which is a global alliance of organisations working towards achieving a world without poverty and injustice in which every person enjoys the right to a life with dignity. As a large and visible development organisation, we work in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and America. Our expertise lies in community-led approaches to development and working through partnerships with the poor and other grass root organisations.We are recruiting to fill the position below:Job Title: Business Development and Innovation InternLocation: AbujaEmployment Type: Full-timeJob SummaryThe post holder will provide valuable support to the Business Development and Innovation Directorate by assisting primarily in Institutional Partners & Development fundraising and other fundraising efforts of the BD&I Directorate, by participating in fundraising events, campaigns, and community outreach initiatives to help raise awareness and funds for the organization's projects and programs.The Intern position is an opportunity offered by ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) for young graduates to earn a post NYSC experience. It is therefore both a learning and value-adding relationship between interns and AAN. The intern is expected to take advantage of the space offered for experience gathering, self-development, while providing quality service to ActionAid Nigeria.Person SpecificationsFirst Degree in Social Sciences or Arts/Humanities, Accounting, Banking & Finance or other relevant courses is essential.Relevant professional certification is desirable.Relevant NYSC experience in the related fields is essential.Minimum of 1-year experience preferably in the INGO/NGO sector is essential.Experience in supporting training/meetings is desirable.Skill / Abilities:Strong commitment to ethical fundraising practices.Comfortable approaching and engaging with people in public settings.Strategic thinker with analytical problem-solving abilities.Sound knowledge of Microsoft tools (MS Office Word, Excel etc.).Negotiation and Multitasking skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.Excellent (proven) interpersonal skills.BenefitsActionAid offers competitive terms of employment.Application Closing Date10th December, 2025.How to ApplyInterested and qualified candidates should send their relevant application form to: [email protected] using job title of position applied for and location e.g. Business Development and Innovation Intern– Abuja as the subject of the email.POSTULERNoteWhile we respect all applicants, interview dates will be communicated only to shortlisted.Applications from young people, women, persons with disability and candidates from the Northeast and Northwest are particularly encouraged.exclusif