How you will make an impact

Instiglio offers a unique work experience at the intersection of the private, public, and social sectors. As an Intern, Instiglio will offer you the opportunity to engage with a results-oriented environment, experience first-hand the fundamentals of a growing global business, and contribute to the momentum of the results movement in international development.

You will join a fast-growing team in a dynamic and innovative environment. Working in a start-up with a stable and strong financial pipeline, Instiglio operations constantly shifts between developing systems and processes to accommodate organisational growth and executing the nuts and bolts to keep the organisation running smoothly. As an Intern, you will:

• Support the execution of key administrative and financial processes for our Africa Offices.
• Assist in making travel arrangements for team members, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation.
• Support the planning and execution of company events, meetings, and workshops.
• Aid in the preparation of the required operational reports.
• Assist in any tasks assigned to you by either the People Team or the Finance Team.

Who you are

We are growing a team of resourceful go-getters that are driven by our mission, curious about the world, and dedicated to a life of learning. An ideal candidate will have:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics or related areas.
• Knowledge in software: Proficiency in all Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel and Word)/ Google Suite applications (Slides, Sheets, Docs and Drive).
• Language skills: Full written and oral working proficiency in English (B1).
• Skills:
  • Teamwork skills with the ability to work autonomously.
  • Strong execution and process management with attention to detail skills
  • Strong structured thinking and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work comfortably and communicate effectively in a multinational, culturally diverse, and virtual environment.
  • Ability to manage competing, high-priority demands in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to learn and grow.
  • A team player attitude and enthusiasm for relational work with both internal and external clients.

How you will grow with us

Interns at Instiglio have a chance to develop a variety of skills, support various workstreams, with the guidance of more experienced senior staff. Instiglio has a strong feedback culture, with all staff receiving bi-annual formal, structured reviews, in addition to real-time feedback. Additionally, a mentorship system and development plans are in place to ensure that staff receive proper support in their professional development.

Working model and benefits

The successful candidate will be based in our Nairobi office and the opportunity is open to Kenyans or those with a right to work in Kenya. In addition to the paid internship opportunity, Instiglio offers generous benefits, which include a flexible hybrid working model (team members going to the office two times a week for face-to-face connection opportunities), personal days, remote work days, and a company holiday in addition to vacation, among others.

Interested? Join our team!

Submit your application by attaching an English version of your CV and Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter answer the following questions: (1) Why are you a good fit for this role? (2) What is your motivation to apply to Instiglio?

We will review applications on a rolling-basis and only successful candidates will be contacted.