Apply for the WACSI Next Generation Internship Programme (NGIP) 2027 - a fully funded six-month internship (January - July 2027) for young graduates and early-career professionals from Benin, Mali, Cameroon, Chad, Ghana, and Nigeria.

The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) launched NGIP in January 2008 to give young West Africans structured, hands-on experience in civil society. Interns are fully involved in WACSI’s work and build skills in leadership, knowledge and programme management, and critical development issues for West Africa.

Applications close on 8 November 2026. Apply by email with your CV and motivation letter. This Opportunity Station guide is original copy based on the official WACSI call. It is not a reprint of any third-party blog.

Quick Facts - WACSI Next Generation Internship Programme 2027

Detail	Information
Organiser	West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI)
Host Landmark	Independence Square & Black Star Gate, Accra, Ghana 🇬🇭
Duration	6 months - January to July 2027
Location	Accra, Ghana (WACSI Node Nigeria intern based in Abuja)
Eligible countries	Benin, Mali, Cameroon, Chad, Ghana, Nigeria
Funding	Fully funded - return flight, furnished accommodation, weekday lunch, monthly stipend
Deadline	8 November 2026
Official Gateway	Official WACSI call · TOR PDF

Internship Roles

Knowledge Management Intern - research, Civil Society Situation Report / WACSeries, Knowledge Hub content, manuscript review
Policy Influencing and Advocacy Intern - policy research, meeting support, advocacy tools, data work
WACSI Node Nigeria Intern (Abuja) - policy / advocacy duties based at the Abuja node office
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Intern - data collection/analysis, M&E reports, lessons learned, digital tools
Communications Intern - newsletters, social media, website, event communications and storytelling
Capacity Development - mentioned in some materials; confirm on the official TOR before applying

Benefits

Return flight between your home country and Accra (where applicable / for relocating interns)
Furnished accommodation for eligible interns relocating to Accra
Lunch on working days throughout the internship
Monthly stipend
Hands-on experience at a leading regional civil society institute
Network across West African civil society, donors, and policy institutions

Flight and Accra accommodation apply to relocating interns. Nigerian applicants for the WACSI Node role must already reside in Abuja (accommodation is not provided for that placement).

Eligibility

From Benin, Mali, Cameroon, Chad, Ghana, or Nigeria
Young graduate or early-career professional with at least a first degree in a relevant field for your chosen role
Interest in civil society and non-profit organisation management
Strong research, writing, and communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office and online research
Language preference: high proficiency in English, French, or Portuguese, plus working knowledge of another; bilingual skills are a strong advantage
Able to commit to the full six months (early exit may require refunding the internship package cost)
For WACSI Node Nigeria: must already live in Abuja

How to Apply

Read the official TOR and application guidelines (PDF) and the WACSI call page.
Choose one role that matches your degree and experience.
Prepare your CV/résumé and a motivation letter.
Email both to recruitment@wacsi.org with subject format NGIP - [Role] (e.g. NGIP - Knowledge Management, NGIP - MEL, NGIP - WACSI Node).
Submit before 8 November 2026. Only shortlisted applicants are contacted for interviews.

Official Links

WACSI - Call for Applications: Next Generation Internship Programme

2027 NGIP Terms of Reference (PDF)

Email applications: recruitment@wacsi.org

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the application deadline?

8 November 2026.

Is the internship fully funded?

Yes. WACSI covers return flight (where applicable), furnished accommodation for eligible Accra-based interns, weekday lunch, and a monthly stipend.

Who can apply?

Young graduates and early-career professionals from Benin, Mali, Cameroon, Chad, Ghana, and Nigeria who meet the role-specific degree and skills requirements.

Where is the internship based?

Most interns work at WACSI’s office in Accra, Ghana. The WACSI Node Nigeria intern is based in Abuja and must already live there.

Where do I apply?

Email your CV and motivation letter to recruitment@wacsi.org with the correct NGIP subject line. Start from the official WACSI call and TOR PDF.

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