Intern – Program Support

About the Organization

FSD Ethiopia is a development agency established in May 2022 to support the creation of accessible, inclusive, and sustainable financial markets in Ethiopia. Funded by FCDO and the Gates Foundation, FSD Ethiopia works to identify and address systemic constraints in the financial sector to drive broad-based economic growth.

Job Summary

FSD Ethiopia is seeking a motivated Program Support Intern to join its team for a three-month assignment. This role offers hands-on experience in program coordination, donor engagement, research, and resource mobilization within the international development sector. The intern will directly support both the Program Team and the Resource Mobilization & New Business Development Team.

Reports To: Program Assistant

Positions Available: 1

Key Responsibilities

• Program Coordination & Operations: Assist in scheduling meetings, recording minutes, managing action items, maintaining activity trackers, and providing administrative support.
• Proposal & Resource Mobilization Support: Help prepare concept notes, proposal packages, donor presentations, and mapping materials for new business opportunities.
• Data & Knowledge Management: Maintain program records, manage databases to ensure data accuracy, and file project documentation, reports, and contracts.
• Research & Analysis: Perform desk research on donor opportunities, partnership initiatives, and financial sector market trends.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate email correspondence and logistics for internal teams, external partners, consultants, and events.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Completed or final-year Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Development Studies, International Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong research, analytical, and data entry capabilities.
• Solid organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Attributes: High integrity, professional discretion, self-motivation, and a strong interest in inclusive development finance.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a tailored CV/Resume and Cover Letter highlighting relevant qualifications to: jobs@fsdethiopia.org on or before close of business on October 2, 2026.

FSD Ethiopia is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from all backgrounds, including qualified women and persons living with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply.