Are you passionate about making a global impact through humanitarian work? Do you aspire to gain hands-on experience with one of the world’s leading organizations fighting hunger? This is your opportunity! The World Food Programme (WFP) is currently accepting applications for an Internship in Project Management and Coordination Support at its Tanzania Country Office in Dar es Salaam. This is an 8-month paid internship designed for driven and socially conscious individuals who are eager to contribute to life-changing initiatives in nutrition, school feeding, and food systems. Application Deadline: 28 July 2025, 23:59 (GMT+03:00, East Africa Time – Dar es Salaam)
About the World Food Programme (WFP)
As the world’s largest humanitarian agency, WFP is on the frontline of emergency response—delivering food, saving lives, and helping communities build a better future. With a strong focus on resilience, sustainability, and inclusive development, WFP strives to create a world where no one goes to bed hungry.
Why Choose WFP?
- Nobel Peace Prize Laureate (2020)
- Highly diverse and inclusive global workforce
- Opportunities for professional growth and international mobility
- Engaged in cutting-edge solutions to global hunger and malnutrition
Internship Overview
This internship position supports the Nutrition, HIV, and School-Based Programmes Team at WFP Tanzania. Interns will contribute to project coordination, communication, knowledge management, and reporting—helping drive meaningful progress aligned with Tanzania’s Country Strategic Plan (CSP 2022–2027).
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Duration: 8 months
Type: Full-time Internship
Key Responsibilities
As an intern, you will:
- Support day-to-day project coordination for nutrition and school-based programmes
- Assist in producing communication and advocacy materials (infographics, videos, briefs)
- Help draft project proposals, concept notes, and donor reports
- Maintain project timelines, track deliverables, and document best practices
- Update and manage the team’s knowledge repository
- Provide logistical and admin support for events, workshops, and field missions
- Collaborate across units to ensure smooth programme implementation
What You’ll Deliver
By the end of the internship, you will have:
- Delivered quality support to the Nutrition and School Feeding Team
- Created impactful communication and knowledge materials
- Contributed to well-documented reports and project outputs
- Enhanced knowledge management systems within the Programme Unit
Eligibility & Requirements
Education
- Currently enrolled in a Master’s programme OR
- Recent graduate (Bachelor’s or Master’s) within the last 6 months
Preferred Fields: Project Management, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public/Business Administration, or related fields
Experience
- 6 months to 2 years of relevant work in project coordination or related roles
- Familiarity with NGOs, UN systems, or government partnerships is a plus
- Skilled in communication materials and report writing
Skills
- Strong command of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Detail-oriented with solid time management
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multicultural setting
- Fluent in English and Swahili
WFP’s Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
WFP is an equal opportunity employer. The organization actively encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, and candidates from diverse backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. For disability accommodations: global.inclusion@wfp.org
Important Notes Before You Apply
- Submit your CV and cover letter in English
- No fees are required at any stage of the application process
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Final selection includes rigorous background checks
Don’t miss this unique chance to gain international experience while contributing to impactful, on-the-ground humanitarian work. Launch your career with WFP and be part of a mission that truly matters. Deadline: 28 July 2025, Let your ambition feed the world.
