Are you a Portuguese-speaking feminist passionate about advancing gender justice across Africa?
Are you ready to be part of a vibrant Pan-African team supporting powerful feminist movements and organisations working to create long-lasting social transformation?

The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) is thrilled to announce an exciting internship opportunity that could be your next big step.

About the Role

AWDF is looking for a Programme Assistant Intern (Portuguese-speaking) to join our team on a short-term basis. You will work closely with the Programmes and Grantmaking teams to support our engagement with feminist partners—particularly in Portuguese-speaking African countries.

Your responsibilities will include coordinating grant-related tasks, facilitating communication with grantee partners, supporting programme officers, and assisting with mapping and outreach efforts in Lusophone regions.

 Internship Duration

18 months, full-time (Monday to Friday), based at the AWDF office in East Legon, Accra, Ghana.

This is more than an internship—it’s an opportunity to contribute to meaningful change across Africa by supporting the people and organisations at the forefront of gender justice.

Apply Now

Send in your application no later than Wednesday, 14th May 2025.
Due to limited capacity, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

👉 Click here to apply

Join us, and help write the next chapter of feminist solidarity and social transformation in Africa.