The African Disability Forum (ADF) has opened applications for an Internship Position in Advocacy and Communication, aimed at strengthening disability rights advocacy and inclusive climate action across Africa.

This opportunity is designed for emerging professionals interested in disability inclusion, policy advocacy, communications, and climate justice, with a strong focus on supporting Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) at continental and global levels.

About the African Disability Forum

The African Disability Forum is a continental organization of persons with disabilities dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of persons with disabilities across Africa.

ADF works to advance disability-inclusive development through advocacy, capacity building, policy engagement, and strengthening participation in regional and global decision-making processes.

Internship Overview

The Advocacy and Communication Internship provides a structured learning opportunity for individuals interested in disability rights and inclusive development. The intern will support the Advocacy and Communication Director in implementing key programmes related to the African Disability Protocol (ADP) and disability-inclusive climate action.

Position Details

Organization: African Disability Forum (ADF)
Position: Advocacy and Communication Intern
Focus Area: Disability Inclusive Climate Action & Advocacy
Location: Africa (continental organization)
Application Deadline: 10 June 2026, 5:00 PM (EAT)
Application Method: Email submission

Key Responsibilities

The selected intern will support ADF’s work in several key areas, including:

Advocacy and Policy Engagement

Supporting advocacy efforts for the African Disability Protocol (ADP) ratification.
Assisting in disability-inclusive climate change advocacy initiatives.
Supporting engagement in COP31 and COP32 planning processes.

Communication and Coordination

Assisting in developing communication materials, concept notes, and advocacy documents.
Supporting webinars and engagement activities involving Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs).
Coordinating follow-up actions from regional, continental, and global platforms.

Research and Documentation

Conducting stakeholder mapping and baseline assessments of ADF member organizations.
Supporting documentation of advocacy initiatives and policy engagements.
Contributing to knowledge development and reporting activities.

Programme Support

Assisting in planning and implementation of advocacy campaigns.
Supporting internal coordination and communication processes.
Helping strengthen engagement across disability rights networks in Africa.

Learning Opportunities

This internship is designed as a professional development opportunity and offers practical exposure to:

Disability rights advocacy at continental and global levels.
Climate change policy and inclusive climate action frameworks.
Work with Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs).
Policy engagement around the African Disability Protocol.
Communication strategy development and advocacy planning.
International development and human rights systems.

Eligibility and Requirements

Applicants should demonstrate:

Interest in disability rights, inclusive development, or climate advocacy.
Strong communication and coordination skills.
Ability to work in a multicultural and rights-based environment.
Commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and ethical advocacy practices.
Experience or academic background in advocacy, communication, development studies, or related fields is an advantage.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit their application via email:

Email: jobs@adf-secretariat.org
Subject Line: Advocacy and Communication Internship

Applicants should refer to the Terms of Reference (ToR) provided by ADF for full application requirements and detailed role expectations.

Deadline

All applications must be submitted on or before 10 June 2026 at 5:00 PM East Africa Time (EAT).

Late submissions will not be considered.

Why This Opportunity Matters

This internship offers a unique entry point into continental disability rights advocacy and climate justice work. It provides hands-on experience supporting high-level policy engagement while contributing to the empowerment of persons with disabilities across Africa.

For young professionals passionate about inclusive development, human rights, and climate action, this role presents a meaningful opportunity to contribute to impactful regional change.

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