APPLY: The Machel-Mandela Internship Programme

The Brenthurst Foundation is inviting applications from young graduates for the Machel-Mandela Internship Programme, named in honour of former South African President Nelson Mandela and his wife Graca Machel.

The Machel-Mandela Internship programme aims to be the most prestigious of its kind in Africa. It helps sharpen the Brenthurst Foundation’s focus on Africa’s burgeoning youth population and helps nurture Africa’s future leaders.

Details

The internship will be available full-time for a minimum of six months and the selected candidate will be expected to take up the appointment by 1 June 2024.

The intern may be from South Africa or farther afield.

They will be based at the Brenthurst Foundation’s headquarters in Parktown, Johannesburg.

Interns will work directly with and assist the Foundation’s staff on a range of projects and activities, some of which will require foreign travel.

An all-inclusive stipend per month and accommodation, if required (subject to Foundation policy) will be provided.

Other work–related expenses may also be covered subject to agreement with the Foundation.

Requirements

Under 30 years of age

A Masters level degree

Excellent spoken and written English. African and other languages would be an asset.

Excellent communication skills

Enthusiastic and reliable, a self-starter who requires minimal oversight and management

Able to balance deadlines and attention to detail

Fluency in all basic IT skills

Copy-editing and proof-reading skills an asset

A passion for Africa and a keen interest in new thinking and strategies to strengthen Africa’s economic performance.

Broad knowledge of African politics and economics

Familiarity with the work of the Brenthurst Foundation (please consult the website: www.thebrenthurstfoundtion.org)

Application procedure and deadline

Please address your application to Ms Leila Jack at leila.jack@thebrenthurstfoundation.org quoting ‘Machel-Mandela Internship’ in the subject line.

You will need to send:

An up-to-date CV with referees’ details

A covering letter – no more than 500 words, outlining your interest in the position and the skills you can bring to bear.

A writing sample – this can be any piece of work, for example an essay or a published article, of any length.

The earliest date you would be available to start.

Details of where you saw the post advertised.

The deadline for applications is 1 April 2024.