Brenthurst Foundation 2023 Internship Programme for African Graduates

Eligibility Criteria

• 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)

Offered Benefits

• 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.

Application Process

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

Required Documents:

• 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? 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.
• T?he earliest date you would be able to start.
• D?etails of where you saw the post advertised.