6-12 MONTHS Unpaid Internship Opportunities
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Why not INTERN with us VIRTUALLY?
Internship can be very rewarding and can even improve your job and career prospects no matter what your situation or profession is.
This comprehensive internship program is meticulously designed to foster the refinement of your competencies and capabilities in leadership, while concurrently elevating your employability quotient and proficiency in project management. Furthermore, it offers a foundational understanding of entrepreneurship, equipping you with essential knowledge and skills that collectively empower your seamless adaptation and flourishing within professional environments.
This also boost your work experience and future job prospects.
This is a 6-12 month unpaid remote/virtual internship opportunity.
INTERNSHIP TRAINING, BENEFITS AND EXPERIENCE
Interning today provides a range of new opportunities and professional experience for anyone of any age or background.
You will receive FREE training and a reference letter for your role and you will only be required to work 4- 6 hours a week. As an intern, you undertake courses in Team building and managing virtual teams.
You are awarded a certificate after completion.
You gain experience in project management, team leadership, collaborative working, time management, team communication, etc.
You get 40% discount on summit fees to attend our Young African Leaders Summit 2024 upon successful completion of your internship.
All interns will work from our YGL Network management portal on our SharePoint site and shall be supervised.
Country Director for Young Global Leaders Network Ghana Chapter
The Country Director for Ghana’s Young Global Leaders Network Ghana Chapter is a vital role responsible for leading and managing the operations of the organization in Ghana. The ideal candidate should possess an entrepreneurial mindset, capable of initiating and executing projects independently. As a Country Director, the candidate will be responsible for developing fundraising initiatives, building relationships and partnerships, increasing membership for the Ghana chapter, and implementing key initiatives of the Young Global Leaders Network in Ghana. Although this is a voluntary position, the Country Director will be expected to explore income-generating opportunities to support their compensation.
- Project Management: Initiate, plan, and successfully execute projects, demonstrating a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Drive the implementation of initiatives that align with the organization’s vision and objectives, ensuring timely completion and quality deliverables.
- Fundraising and Networking: Develop fundraising strategies and initiatives to secure financial resources for the organization’s activities. Build a network of donors, sponsors, and partners to support the growth and sustainability of the Ghana chapter. Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, corporations, and nonprofit organizations.
- Membership Development: Develop and implement strategies to attract and retain members for the Ghana chapter. Collaborate with the recruitment team to identify potential members, engage them through various channels, and ensure a positive membership experience. Provide support and resources to enhance members’ engagement and participation in the organization’s activities.
- Key Initiative Adoption: Identify one or two key initiatives from the Young Global Leaders Network and adapt them to suit the local context in Ghana. Design and execute these initiatives, aligning them with the organization’s mission and goals. Monitor and evaluate their impact, making necessary adjustments for optimal effectiveness.
- Income Generation: Develop innovative approaches to generate income for the Ghana chapter, enabling sustainable operations and potential compensation for the Country Director role. Explore revenue streams such as partnerships, sponsorship opportunities, grant applications, and fundraising events.
- Leadership and Team Management: Provide leadership and guidance to the Ghana chapter team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Delegate tasks, set clear objectives, and monitor performance to ensure the team’s effectiveness. Encourage professional development and engagement among team members.
Please note that this is a voluntary position, and the Country Director will be expected to explore income-generating opportunities to support their compensation.
Single parents, students, unemployed, low income are all welcome to apply. No cultural background restrictions. Must be 18+. Can be located anywhere. This role is open to all nations.
Note: This is an UNPAID role but you will have access to various opportunities.
You will be required to work a 3-5 hours weekly as an ongoing assignment.
You will be working from home/virtually. Must have own computer and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 OCTOBER 2023
President - YGLN Women ASSOCIATION CONNECT
The President of YGLN Women Association Connect in Ghana will serve as a leader, bringing women members together, recruiting aspiring women leaders, providing mentorship opportunities, organizing networking events, advocating for women’s rights, and coordinating relevant projects. Their role will be instrumental in fostering a supportive and empowering environment for women within the YGLN community and beyond.
- Leadership and Coordination: As the President of YGLN Women Association Connect, the post holder will assume a leadership role in bringing together all women members of the network. They will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the activities of the association, ensuring effective communication, and fostering a sense of community among members.
- Recruitment and Mentorship: One of the key responsibilities of the President will be to actively recruit aspiring women leaders to join YGLN Women Association Connect. They will identify and reach out to potential candidates, providing them with information about the association’s goals and mentorship opportunities. The President will also play a crucial role in matching mentees with mentors within the network.
- Networking and Collaboration: The President will actively promote networking opportunities among women members of YGLN. They will organize events, workshops, and conferences that facilitate interaction, knowledge sharing, and collaboration. By creating a platform for women leaders to connect, the President will foster professional relationships and support the growth and development of the YGLN community.
- Advocacy for Women’s Rights: In their role as President, the post holder will be an advocate for the rights of women and girls. They will use their platform and influence to raise awareness about gender equality issues, promote women’s empowerment, and work towards eliminating barriers that hinder the progress of women leaders in Ghana. The President will engage with stakeholders, participate in relevant campaigns, and strive to create a more inclusive society.
- Project Coordination: Alongside their other responsibilities, the President will also take on project coordination tasks within YGLN Women Association Connect. This may involve overseeing initiatives aimed at supporting women’s leadership development, implementing programs focused on skill-building and capacity enhancement, or managing specific projects related to the association’s mission.
Single parents, students, unemployed, low income are all welcome to apply. No cultural background restrictions. Must be 18+. Can be located anywhere. This role is open to all nations.
Note: This is an UNPAID role but you will have access to various opportunities.
You will be required to work a 3-5 hours weekly as an ongoing assignment.
You will be working from home/virtually. Must have own computer and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 OCTOBER 2023
Project Coordinator - Monthly Youth Forum project ×3
As a Project Coordinator of NextGen Lab: Youth Leadership and Mentorship Monthly Forum project, you will be responsible for the successful implementation of thus project
- Planning and Scheduling: The project coordinator is responsible for planning and scheduling the NextGen Lab: Youth Leadership and Mentorship Monthly Forum events. This involves coordinating with specialists to determine available dates and times, and creating a calendar of events.
- Invite and communicate with specialists: Search and reach out to specialists, speakers and experts in various fields who can mentor the youth in the NextGen Lab. This involves identifying suitable professionals, extending invitations, providing necessary information about the forum, and ensuring clear communication regarding session details and expectations.
- Guest Speaker Coordination: The project coordinator will be in charge of reaching out to specialists and inviting them to be guest speakers for the Youth Leadership and Mentorship Forum. They will communicate the event details, coordinate their participation, and ensure they have the necessary resources for their presentations.
- Event Logistics Management: The coordinator will handle the logistical aspects of the NextGen Lab events. This includes coordinating with the Microsoft Teams platform, setting up virtual meeting rooms, managing participant registrations, and ensuring a smooth technical experience for both the guest speakers and the youth participants.
- Youth Engagement and Communication: The coordinator will actively engage with the youth participants, promoting the events, answering inquiries, and providing updates on the upcoming sessions. They will be responsible for communicating event details, sharing relevant resources, and encouraging active participation from the youth.
- Evaluation and Feedback: The project coordinator will collect feedback from both the guest speakers and the youth participants after each session. They will design surveys or feedback forms, compile the responses, and analyze the data to identify areas of improvement and make informed decisions for future sessions.
- Documentation and Reporting: The coordinator will maintain records and documentation related to the NextGen Lab events. This includes keeping track of attendance, documenting key takeaways from each session, and preparing reports for stakeholders to assess the impact and effectiveness of the Youth Leadership and Mentorship Forum.
You will be required to work a 3-5 hours weekly as an ongoing assignment.
You will be working from home/virtually. Must have own computer and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 OCTOBER 2023
Single parents, students, unemployed, low income are all welcome to apply. No cultural background restrictions. Must be 18+. Can be located anywhere. This role is open to all nations.
Note: This is an UNPAID role but you will have access to various opportunities.
Executive SECRETARY
As an Executive Secretary, you will provide high level clerical support to the CEO and Executive Council performing variety of secretarial duties and skilled tasks.
- Organize Quarterly Global Leadership Meetings:
- Coordinate with Country Directors and their management teams to schedule quarterly global leadership meetings.
- Plan and prepare the agenda for the meetings, ensuring it aligns with the organization’s goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather necessary reports and updates for the meetings.
- Arrange the logistics of the meetings, including venue selection, equipment setup, and catering arrangements.
- Send out meeting invitations to participants, ensuring they have all the necessary details, such as date, time, location, and agenda.
- Coordinate Executive Council Meetings:
- Schedule and manage two meetings for the Executive Council annually.
- Liaise with the council members to determine suitable meeting dates and times.
- Prepare the meeting agenda in consultation with the council chairperson or relevant executives.
- Send out meeting invitations to council members, providing all relevant documents and materials in advance.
- Assist with any additional requirements, such as audio/video conferencing setup or special guest arrangements.
- Set up Virtual Meetings and Send Invitations:
- Utilize appropriate virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams) to schedule and host virtual meetings.
- Create meeting invitations, including details such as meeting link, dial-in options, and agenda.
- Ensure participants receive meeting invitations in a timely manner.
- Provide technical support to participants to address any issues they may encounter in joining or participating in virtual meetings.
- Write Meeting Minutes:
- Take detailed notes during meetings, capturing important discussions, decisions, and action items.
- Prepare accurate and concise meeting minutes immediately after each meeting.
- Include key points, resolutions, and assigned tasks in the minutes.
- Distribute the meeting minutes to relevant attendees and stakeholders in a timely manner.
- Maintain a systematic record of meeting minutes for future reference.
- Send Regular Meeting Reminders:
- Send out timely reminders to meeting participants to ensure attendance and preparedness.
- Follow up with individuals who have not responded to meeting invitations.
- Provide participants with any necessary pre-meeting materials or documents.
- Adapt the frequency and format of reminders based on the urgency and importance of the meeting.
- Upload Meeting Agendas and Minutes to OneDrive:
- Organize and maintain a dedicated folder in the organization’s OneDrive or cloud storage platform for meeting agendas and minutes.
- Upload all meeting agendas and minutes to the designated folder promptly after each meeting.
- Ensure the folder structure is logical and easily navigable for quick access to relevant documents.
- Implement appropriate access controls and permissions to ensure confidentiality and data security.
You will be required to work a 3-5 hours weekly as an ongoing assignment.
You will be working from home/virtually. Must have own computer and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 OCTOBER 2023
Single parents, students, unemployed, low income are all welcome to apply. No cultural background restrictions. Must be 18+. Can be located anywhere. This role is open to all nations.
Note: This is an UNPAID role but you will have access to various opportunities.
Social Media Campaign ExecutiveS ×20
As a Social Media Executive, you will manage an allocated social media channel, campaigns, and to sustain an engaging audience experience and to increase audience satisfaction.
- Develops engaging, creative, innovative content for regularly scheduled posts, which enlighten audiences and promote brand-focused messages.
- Developing engaging social media strategies.
- Managing social media platforms of the organization.
- Scheduling social media posts.
- Engaging followers with regular company updates and responding to queries on all social media platforms.
- Creating brand awareness to gain audience attention.
- Post organisational flyers regularly, like and share posts.
- Responding to the comments on social media on time and engaging audience professionally.
- Analysing social media trends.
- Preparing social media engagement and activities reports.
- Optimizing social media content effectively.
- Coordinating with Graphic Designer and other team members.
- Staying up to date with the latest social media advertising efforts and goals.
You will be required to work a 3-5 hours weekly as an ongoing assignment.
You will be working from home/virtually. Must have own computer and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 OCTOBER 2023
Single parents, students, unemployed, low income are all welcome to apply. No cultural background restrictions. Must be 18+. Can be located anywhere. This role is open to all nations.
Note: This is an UNPAID role but you will have access to various opportunities.
Membership Account Officers ×10
To provide routine assistance and support to the membership services lead, build a strong organisational relationship with members, subscribers and potential members and generate evaluation and impact data.
- First point of contact with members or member contacts assigned to you.
- Support the Membership Services Lead in administration of membership database.
- Ensure members or subscribers or potential members assigned to you take part or participate in the organisation’s various events and their needs are met.
- Assisting staff and members with membership queries.
- Membership: Responsible for queries relating to membership, process applications and renewals, and develop and implement a strategy to increase membership.
- Following up on member interactions with the appropriate correspondence i.e., email or letters.
- Post organisational flyers, like and share posts.
- Manage a portfolio of 100 potential members.
- Turn leads into subscribed members.
- Becoming an Ambassador of YGL Network by representing the organisation at events and Promoting YGL Networks events, activities, promotional flyers, and updates on all your social media handles.
- Participating in YGL Networks events both virtual and physical events and seeking feedback from event participants.
You will be required to work a 3-5 hours weekly as an ongoing assignment.
You will be working from home/virtually. Must have own computer and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 OCTOBER 2023
Single parents, students, unemployed, low income are all welcome to apply. No cultural background restrictions. Must be 18+. Can be located anywhere. This role is open to all nations.
Note: This is an UNPAID role but you will have access to various opportunities.
Partnership Development & Relationship Officers × 4
Mission of the Department:
To ensure that YOUNG GLOBAL LEADERS NETWORK develops and maintains strong and effective partnerships towards the implementation of YGL Network Strategic initiatives. Horizon scanning or development of various funding opportunities to support our projects.
Major Functions:
- Ensures that the YOUNG GLOBAL LEADERS NETWORK – GLOBAL HUBs operations develops and maintains positive and effective partnerships and purposeful relationships that are relevant to the implementation of our Strategi Initiatives.
- Promotes the vision and objectives of the YGL Network Strategic Plan to external and YGL Network stakeholders.
- Develop a database of funding opportunities across the world relevant to us.
- Research, develops and implements a Partnership Strategy that supports the YGL Network Strategy and mission and that ensures the very best of relationships with partners, donors, and others.
- Ensures that all personnel understand the importance of the Partnership Strategy and how it relates to them, and that they are fully involved in its implementation.
- Build and ensure excellent relations with key partners and put in place systems that maintain them.
- Ensures effective engagement of strategic partners, especially Society groups and traditional leadership.
- Develops strategic partnership and partnership-building approaches with Government, Donor Organizations, Civil Society, Corporate, and YGL Network stakeholder.
- Supports, backstopping, guidance, and training of YGL Network staff in partnership matters at all levels.
- Maintains a database of information including partner packages relating to Partners’ and, Donors’, individual requirements and goals, and such other details as are relevant to the development and maintenance of those partnerships.
- Develops and manages Memorandum of Understandings as may arise from partnerships.
- Working with the Fundraising & Partnership Manager, engage in fundraising activities for the YGL Network programmes.
- Develop a database of funding and grant opportunities.
Profile
- Proven track record in successfully managing Inter-Institutional relations.
- At least 2 – 5 years professional experience in Inter-Institutional relationship management; and/or partnership development
- Knowledge and experience of the realities of development issues, and Donor Institutions.
- Excellent understanding of development partnerships, fund-raising, donor strategies, functions and international relations;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; other languages would be an added advantage;
- Excellent inter-personal skills, and ability to maintain strong relationships, Strong cross-cultural skills and versatility in dealing with different types of partnership;
- Personal integrity with an honest and open personal style;
- Approachable, with an ability to engage partners at all levels; and
- Adherence to YGL Network values;
- Ability to attend online meetings;
- Confident using Microsoft Office, SharePoint and email.
Working Relationships
- Interacts with the YGL Network Global Team and CEO frequently.
Build and Interacts with National Governmental Institutions, Non-Government Institutions, Academic Institutions, the media, donors, Specialists, Consultants, and other Stakeholders.
This job description covers the main tasks and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated proactively from the intern. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organizational needs.
Time commitment
We estimate this role will need around 3 to 5 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience within our organisation and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 OCTOBER 2023
Single parents, students, unemployed, low income are all welcome to apply. No cultural background restrictions. Must be 18+. Can be located anywhere. This role is open to all nations.
NOTE: This is an UNPAID role but with commissions and other benefits.
