Program Intern

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.

We won’t stop until we are all equal.

The Opportunity

As a Program Intern, you will play a key role in the success of the IRISH Aid project. You will support the team in executing strategic tasks, finalizing high-quality reporting, and delivering key project outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience and contribute meaningfully to our mission in the region. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience, develop your expertise in program management, and see the direct results of your contributions.

What You Will Do:

1. Project Planning & Execution

• Assist in planning and executing field activities and distributions.
• Participate in regular project review meetings and technical sessions.

2.  Operations & Supply Chain Support

• Monitor incoming project items, draft distribution plans, and assist in physical distributions.
• Organize, file, and track Purchase Order (P.O.) documentation.

3. Administration, Finance & Reporting

• Facilitate cross-departmental follow-up with Administration and Finance.
• Support other related project tasks as required.

The Individual

We are looking for a motivated and dynamic candidate who meets the following criteria:

1. Education & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Project Management, Education, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Experience: Previous experience in a similar position or within an international NGO is a strong asset.

2. Skills & Competencies:

• Core Skills: Strong organizational abilities, excellent communication skills, and a solid team spirit.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Office) and general office equipment (photocopiers, printers, scanners).
• Languages: Working proficiency in English and/or French.

3. Personal Qualities & Adaptability:

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in volatile or security-sensitive environments.

NB: Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must be aged 26 years or below.

Please follow this link for a full role profile: JD Program Intern IRISH - Sept 2026.pdf

Location: Maroua

Type of Role: Internship

Reports to: Project Coordinator

Grade: N/A

Closing Date: 13rd September 2026

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.