Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Department: Operation, and Program

Reports To: Supervisor of its respective department

Contract Duration: Three (3) months, with possibility of extension subject to performance and funding availability

PAPDA is seeking qualified and motivated interns to support its Operational Departments, specifically within Human Resources, Procurement, Logistics, Program Support, and Information Technology (IT) units. The internship aims to provide hands-on professional experience while supporting the organization’s operational and programmatic objectives.

Purpose of the Internship

The internship is designed to support the delivery of efficient, timely, and quality operational services. Interns will contribute to day-to-day departmental activities, assist in coordination and documentation processes, and support effective collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders, in line with organizational policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

Procurement

• Assist in preparing procurement documents such as purchase requests, RFQs, and bid analysis summaries

• Support vendor communication and maintain procurement records

• Assist in ensuring procurement activities comply with PAPDA and donor regulations

• Support tracking and filing of procurement documentation

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance and Accounting, Project Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Computer Science, Human Resource Management, or a related field

• Master’s Degree is an asset

Experience

• 0–1 year of relevant work or internship experience

Core Competencies

• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

• Strong analytical and organizational skills

• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and team-oriented environment

• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information

• Strong time management, multitasking, and prioritization skills

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality work

Core Values

• Integrity and accountability

• Respect for diversity and inclusion

• Teamwork and collaboration

• Commitment to learning and professional development

How To Apply

Interested and qualified applicants can apply through THIS LINK

• Until the deadline till January 7 2026.

• When Applying mention which position which you are applying for in the subject line of your application, failure to mention will lead to disqualification of your application

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.