NYSC Corps Members Only: Operations Intern in Abuja

TechnoServe is a global non-profit organization focused on empowering people in developing countries by building competitive farms, businesses, and industries. We connect hardworking individuals with the tools they need — information, capital, and market access — to lift themselves and their communities out of poverty. With over 40 years of experience, we believe in the power of private enterprise to create jobs, income, and lasting impact.

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Internship (NYSC Corps Members Only)
Department: Operations
Reports To: Country Director
Travel: Occasional

Internship Overview

We are currently looking for a motivated Operations Intern to support our Country Director and operations team in Abuja. This internship is ideal for current NYSC corps members seeking hands-on experience in administrative support, project coordination, and nonprofit operations.

Key Responsibilities

As an Operations Intern, you’ll play an active role in supporting daily operations through the following responsibilities:

• Coordinate and schedule monthly project review meetings and quarterly extended management meetings with the Country Director and project managers.
• Share project review templates with managers and follow up to ensure timely updates before meetings.
• Attend management and extended management meetings, document minutes, and track action points.
• Draft agendas for meetings, strategy sessions, and internal workshops for review and approval by the Country Director.
• Track progress of action items from work plans and ensure timely completion by team members.
• Organize and upload supporting documents for audit-related actions into the internal audit tracking system.
• Handle official correspondence and letters addressed to the Country Director. Draft and manage responses for approval.
• Maintain and update the Country Director’s contact list and meeting notes in Salesforce regularly.
• Monitor weekly updates on Devex and share summaries of relevant opportunities with the Country Director.

Minimum Qualifications

• HND or Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related social science field.
• Alternatively, 2 years of relevant administrative experience.
• Must be a current NYSC corps member in a recently deployed batch.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with donor-funded projects or operational processes in a non-profit environment.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong sense of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative spirit with effective communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet tools.
• Familiarity with donor compliance procedures is an added advantage.
• Flexible and proactive mindset with attention to detail.

Application Deadline

Not specified — Early applications are encouraged.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online using the link below: