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2026 Internship Programme at The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)

2026 INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Deadline: April 13, 2026
Kenya

The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is a premier research-to-policy institution, generating evidence, strengthening research and related capacity in the African research and development ecosystem, and engaging policy to inform action on health and development. APHRC seeks to drive change by developing strong African research leadership and promoting evidence-informed decision-making (EIDM) across sub-Saharan Africa.

The Center, through its Research and Related Capacity Strengthening (RRCS) Division, seeks to strengthen individual and institutional research capacity to enable African researchers to fully participate in defining and implementing priority population and health programs on the continent. As part of individual capacity strengthening efforts, APHRC has, over the years, been running a demand-driven research internship program whose objective seeks to nurture talented young Africans to become future scholars and research leaders.

For the 2026 period, the Research and Related Capacity Strengthening (RRCS) Division has opened internship opportunities in the following projects for 3-6 months, starting May 2026. Detailed information about each project is accessible by clicking HERE .

Project 1 – Gender and Education Program
Project 2 – General Admin (ICT UNIT)
Project 3 – Software Development (ICT UNIT)
Project 4 – Codesign, Implementation and Evaluation of an Integrated Care Model for Patients with Multiple Cardiometabolic and Mental Health Conditions in sub-Saharan Africa (M-Care): a Cluster Randomized Hybrid Type III Trial in Kenya
Project 5 – Data Science Program – Platform Testing and Quality Assurance
Project 6 – Data Science Program – Software Developer
Project 7 – Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) Research Hub on Social Exclusion in Adolescence in Africa
Project 8 – Facilities Projects
Project 9 – Packard Foundation Grant (Repositing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in Africa)
Project 10 – Challenging the Politics of Social Exclusion (CPSE) – Abortion (Nisaidie Usinidhuru)
Project 11 – Catalyze Impact Initiative
Project 12 – The Africa Think Tank Platform (ATTP) – Consortium for Africa Cross-Border Evidence and Policy Sovereignty (CACEPS) (Work Package #6)
Project 13 – Addressing the Neglected Areas of Sexual and Reproductive Health
Project 14 – Unlocking Financing for Climate and Health Action in Senegal (Fin4ClimHealth project)
Project 15 – The impact on human health of restoring degraded African land
Project 16 – Wellcome – Clean Cooking and Agroforestry (C2A)
Project 17 – Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning (AI/ML) and Full-stack software developers
Project 18 – Evaluation of Brown Bag Presentations
Project 19 – Evaluation of APHRC Internship & Visiting Scholar Program
Project 20 – People and Culture Unit
Project 21 – WFP Home Grown School Feeding Project
Project 22 – Consortium for Africa Cross-Border Evidence and Policy Sovereignty (CACEPS) (Work Package #2)
Project 23 – Data Science Program (DSP)
Project 24 – International Programs – Administrative Officer
Project 25 – International Programs – Liaison Officer
Project 26 -International Programs – Partnership Officer
Project 27 – International Programs – Communications Officer
Project 28 – Consortium for Africa Cross-Border Evidence and Policy Sovereignty (CACEPs)(Work Package #4)
Project 29 – Consortium for Africa Cross-Border Evidence and Policy Sovereignty (CACEPS)(Work Package # 1)
Project 30 – Consortium for Africa Cross-Border Evidence and Policy Sovereignty (CACEPS)(Work Package # 1)

Project 31 – Consortium for Africa Cross-Border Evidence and Policy Sovereignty (CACEPS)(Work Package # 1)
Project 32- Evidence for AI in Health (EVAH)
Project 33 – Early Childhood Development (ECD) Data Visualization Project
Project 34 – ECD (Early Childhood Development) Multisectoral Coordination
Project 35 – Finance Intern

Responsibilities

Generally, successful candidates will be expected to:

Work with the assigned supervisor to develop a set of objectives for the internship, a work plan, and to deliver on the objectives.
Work closely with the assigned supervisor to provide frequent project updates and reports etc.
Contribute to policy engagement and strategic planning as may be needed.
Make at least one brown bag presentation (BBP) about their work at APHRC.
Submit a written report at least 1 week before the end of their internship.
Submit an internship/visiting scholar feedback form.
Participate in the internship follow- up evaluation survey.

Minimum qualifications and experience required

Either completed a bachelor’s degree in the last six months; and/or pursuing/completing a master’s degree in any of the following areas: population studies/demography, statistics, epidemiology, economics, social sciences, or related discipline. More information in the field of education required can be found in the individual project write- up.
Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills are desired.
This call is open to nationals of sub-Saharan African countries.
The internship will be hybrid, with the expectation that the intern will be physically available when required for internship activities.

How to apply

The application process has two steps. The first step is to complete a short online survey by clicking HERE. The second step involves sending as one PDF containing:

Your curriculum vitae (2 pages max)
Your certificate of completed undergraduate degree or master’s degree.
Other certificate(s) that may be relevant for your internship application.
1-2 letters of recommendation (each 1-page max, and one of them must be from a previous or current academic supervisor) supporting your suitability for the internship.

The document is to be sent via email to aphrctraining@aphrc.org with “2026 INTERNSHIP” as the subject line of the email. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Deadline

The deadline for the applications is APRIL 13, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications should be added to :

Communications Officer at African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)

The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is an African-led and Africa-based international research institution headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. APHRC conducts policy-relevant research on population, health, education, urbanization and related development issues in sub-Saharan Africa.

APHRC is seeking to recruit a Communications Officer who will join the Policy Engagement and Communications (PEC) Program in the Visibility Unit which is responsible for the Centers corporate communications and manages the APHRC brand to enhance the Center`s profile as a thought leader in evidence-based policy formulation, showcasing impact through policy engagement and creating awareness within Africa`s research and development (R&D) ecosystem. We are looking for an individual who is creative, organized, highly motivated, results-oriented, and a great communicator to lasting evidence-based change in Africa.

Duties and Responsibilities

Digital Communications

Work with the Visibility Unit Manager to develop and deliver the Center’s or project-specific social media strategy.
Manage APHRC’s social media account, with the support and input of the Visibility Unit Manager.
Create interactive and engaging content that is tailored to a range of audiences.
Write compelling content for the website and social media, complying with APHRC’s editorial standards.
With the support of the Visibility Unit Manager, ensure the APHRC website is regularly updated.
Maintain a high standard for copy and content, meeting brand and style guidelines.
Supervise digital communications interns working in PEC.
Coordinate visibility and online campaigns with other APHRC regional offices and implementing partners.
Monitor social media metrics using specific tools.

Content Generation

Contribute to the development of corporate communication products, including promotional brochures, website content, newsletters and annual reports.
Write, edit and distribute content, including blogs, articles, press releases, case studies, and human-interest stories, website content, op-eds, etc, that communicate APHRC’s activities.
Support the development of new branded assets to meet the needs of the Center. Liaise with designers and external suppliers to ensure assets are produced on time, in budget, and to the required standard.

Internal Communications

Collaborate on copy and content editing of various communication products -the Weekly and Monthly Updates.
Collaborate on the Unit’s calendar of events to ensure APHRC’s work is profiled during relevant calendar days with relevant content.

Media Relations

Support journalist requests for APHRC’s responses in a timely manner to queries and connect journalists with spokespeople from across APHRC.
Package stories and information enabling APHRC to pitch to print and online media.
Contribute to growing and managing APHRC’s media database.
Conduct media monitoring and produce quarterly reports.

Additional Functions

Collaborate in developing and implementing communications strategies to achieve the overall APHRC goals, producing and disseminating various communications products and materials.
Support the Visibility Unit Manager with wider partner stakeholder management and engagement, as well as mapping external audiences for APHRC content.
Support the coordination of specific events and represent the organization externally when relevant.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

A first degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field.
3-5years relevant experience in a communications role.
Strong writing, editing and verbal skills; excellent attention to detail.
Experience in digital communications, social media and community management, and of adapting a message to different audiences.
Experience of website management, content management systems, and social media platforms.
Good time management and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently, including producing quality communication material.
Experience in graphic design and audio-visual production are an added advantage.

The ideal candidate should be able to think creatively, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

How to apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their cover letter and CV as a single PDF document (including links to samples of written work) to jobs@aphrc.org by January 4, 2026. Please indicate “Communications Officer” on the subject line of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and they will be required to have a Police Clearance Certificate.

Special Notice

APHRC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request to support their participation in the recruitment process.

Applicants are not required to make any payments to anyone during any stage of the recruitment process.

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