Social Policy Intern @UNICEF

Batch Recruitment: Social Policy Intern (2.5 Months) – UNICEF Nigeria

Are you a student looking to gain real-world experience with a global humanitarian organization? UNICEF is now recruiting Social Policy Interns across multiple locations in Nigeria. This is a valuable opportunity to contribute to impactful programmes that support children and communities while building your professional skills.

📍 Job Details

• Position: Social Policy Intern
• Job No: 592641
• Duration: 2.5 Months
• Locations: Abuja, Kano, Bauchi, Enugu, Lagos, Sokoto
• Contract Type: Internship
• Deadline: 08 May 2026

🌍 About UNICEF

UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories, working tirelessly to protect children’s rights, save lives, and help children reach their full potential. In Nigeria, UNICEF plays a critical role in addressing both humanitarian and development challenges, partnering with government and communities to create lasting impact.

🎯 Purpose of the Internship

This internship offers students the chance to gain hands-on experience in programme implementation and social policy development. Interns will support ongoing projects, contribute to research and reporting, and engage with partners to strengthen social protection systems.

🧩 Key Responsibilities

• Support development of data-driven reports and documentation
• Assist in coordinating activities related to social protection and public finance
• Contribute to programme planning, monitoring, and evaluation
• Ensure data quality and consistency in project implementation
• Provide insights to inform programme design and decision-making
• Support logistics, meetings, and coordination with government partners

✅ Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a current Nigerian student (200 level or above)
• Studying Social Sciences, Public Policy, Administration, or related fields
• Strong academic performance
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office, data analysis, and report writing
• Fluency in English (additional languages are an advantage)
• No immediate relatives working with UNICEF

📄 Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

• Academic transcript/results
• School registration proof
• Reference letter from department or student affairs
• Cover letter (motivation)
• Valid medical insurance

⚠️ Note: Apply for only one location and clearly indicate your preferred duty station.

🌟 Why Apply?

This internship provides a unique opportunity to:

• Gain practical experience in a global organization
• Work on real humanitarian and development programmes
• Build professional skills in data analysis, policy, and programme management
• Contribute to improving the lives of children in Nigeria

🔗 Apply here: https://jobs.unicef.org/cw/en-us/job/592641