World Bank/International Finance Corporation (IFC) GrowAfrica Internship Program in Agribusiness Development(Fully-funded) Deadline: 30 May, 2024

Position Details:

• Job Number: req27469
• Organization: International Finance Corporation (IFC)
• Sector: Agribusiness
• Grade: N/A
• Term Duration: 0 years 2 months
• Recruitment Type: International Recruitment
• Locations: Nigeria, Uganda, Angola, Mozambique, or Dakar
• Required Language(s): English
• Preferred Language(s): N/A
• Application Deadline: May 30, 2024, at 11:59pm UTC

About IFC:

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is a global leader in sustainable investment in emerging markets. Dedicated to promoting private sector development and economic growth, IFC aims to reduce poverty and improve living standards. It aligns with the World Bank Group’s mission to end extreme poverty by 2030 and boost shared prosperity.

IFC employs a results-driven approach, setting measurable development targets during the design phase of projects and continuously tracking progress through a robust monitoring system. This ensures transparency, accountability, and the incorporation of lessons learned to enhance future projects.

In the Manufacturing, Agribusiness, and Services (MAS) sector, IFC focuses on:

• Enhancing productivity and access to goods/services while supporting environmental protection and climate resilience.
• Positioning IFC as a preferred financing partner through industry expertise.
• Supporting local companies in improving transparency, efficiency, and competitiveness.
• Catalyzing foreign investment and developing scalable solutions with a focus on climate change mitigation and adaptation.

About the Internship:

GrowAfrica seeks six interns to support Upstream and Advisory projects aimed at reducing operational risks in IFC investment projects. These projects focus on strengthening supply chains, improving food security, and building farmer capacities. Interns will work under the guidance of a Project Leader and Coordinator.

Key Projects:

1. Agri-commodity Trader Expansion: Enhance sourcing from farmers.
2. Sustainable Coffee Farming in Uganda: Promote sustainable practices and improve business management.
3. Agriculture in Angola: Focus on poultry and coffee sectors.
4. Cotton Sector Revival in Mozambique: Increase productivity through training and reliable supply chains.
5. Food Security Heatmap: Identify investment opportunities to reduce import dependency in Africa.
6. World Bank Collaboration: Leverage IFC’s private sector experience to benefit World Bank operations.

Internship Objectives:

The IFC MAS GrowAfrica Intern Program bridges academic knowledge with professional practice, offering a platform for graduate students to transition into careers while contributing to agribusiness development in Africa.

Internship Benefits:

• Skill Development: Enhance technical, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Industry Insights: Gain understanding of industry practices, trends, and challenges.
• Networking: Build connections with professionals, mentors, and peers.
• Feedback and Learning: Receive constructive feedback for performance improvement.
• Adaptability: Cultivate adaptability through diverse work environments.
• Project Involvement: Contribute meaningfully to IFC’s goals and agribusiness dynamics.
• Resume Boost: Enhance resumes with valuable internship experience.

Scope of Assignments:

Interns will:

• Assist in training farmers and agents on agricultural practices and supply chain management.
• Support project planning, data collection, and monitoring.
• Maintain project documents and draft reports.
• Update risk registers and highlight changes.
• Establish demonstration sites for participatory learning.
• Supervise and guide farmers on seed production.
• Prepare materials for major activities and media outreach.
• Share best practices and lessons learned.
• Promote sustainable agro-ecological practices.
• Develop a heatmap for priority crops.
• Collaborate with the World Bank on project design and implementation.
• Facilitate project meetings and field trips.

Qualification Requirements:

• Master’s or PhD with at least two years of work experience.
• Specialization in crop science, agricultural economy, agronomy, soil management, or related fields.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Effective communication in multicultural and multilingual environments.
• Knowledge of African agribusiness challenges and opportunities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and social media.
• Independent and team-oriented work skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Remuneration:

• Working hours: Up to 40 hours per week (max 160 hours/month).
• Internship stipend: Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Start Date:

June 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024 (minimum two months, maximum six months).

Reporting:

Interns will report to the Project Leader and be supervised by the Project Coordinator.

Confidentiality Statement:

All data and information received for this assignment must be treated confidentially and used only for the execution of the assignment. Intellectual property rights from the assignment are assigned to IFC. Written materials cannot be disclosed without IFC’s prior written authorization.

World Bank Group Core Competencies:

The World Bank Group provides comprehensive benefits, including retirement plans, medical, life and disability insurance, paid leave, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and inclusion, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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