UNICEF Youth Participation Intern – Eswatini

Opportunity overview

UNICEF Eswatini is recruiting a Youth Participation and Youth Empowerment Intern for six months. The intern will support youth engagement platforms and programmes, including U-Report, youth-led consultations, data analysis, digital content, and coordination with young people and partner organizations.

Who can apply

• Applicants enrolled in or recently graduated from a relevant undergraduate or graduate programme, including social sciences, youth development, communication, education, public policy, or a related field.
• Candidates with relevant youth engagement, research, communication, data, or programme-support experience.
• Strong written and spoken English. Knowledge of SiSwati is an advantage.

What the internship offers

• Hands-on experience with UNICEF youth participation programmes.
• Work involving research, reporting, stakeholder engagement, content development, and programme coordination.
• A six-month placement based in Mbabane, subject to UNICEF internship conditions.

Application guidance

Prepare a tailored CV and cover letter that demonstrate youth engagement, communication, data, and programme experience. Submit through the official UNICEF vacancy page before the stated closing time.