Programme Development, Quality and Impact (PDQI) Intern

Save the Children is seeking a dedicated Programme Development, Quality and Impact (PDQI) Intern to join its dynamic team in Nairobi. This opportunity is ideal for early-career professionals looking for meaningful NGO job opportunities in Kenya and those interested in building a strong foundation in programme development, quality assurance, humanitarian programming, and advocacy.

Key Job Information

• Position: Programme Development, Quality and Impact (PDQI) Intern
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya (with field travel as required)
• Employment Type: Internship (6 months)
• Experience Level: Entry-level
• Application Deadline: 24/11/2025

About Save the Children

Save the Children is one of the world’s leading independent organizations for children, employing over 25,000 staff across more than 100 countries. As a global leader in humanitarian response, child protection, education, health, and development programming, the organization continues to shape how the world supports and protects children in crisis and beyond. Save the Children’s work in Kenya and Madagascar focuses on delivering life-changing interventions while upholding the highest standards of quality, innovation, and accountability.

With a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and child rights, Save the Children creates safe environments where children can learn, grow, and thrive. The organization also leads powerful advocacy efforts to influence policy, amplify children’s voices, and drive systemic change at local, national, and global levels. Individuals exploring careers at Save the Children, entry-level NGO jobs in Nairobi, or programme development internships will find this placement an exceptional stepping stone.

Through its 2030 breakthroughs—ensuring no child dies from preventable causes, guaranteeing access to quality basic education, and ending violence against children—Save the Children remains at the forefront of positive global transformation.

Job Description

The PDQI Intern will support the Programme Development, Quality and Impact team in advancing high-quality programming and organizational excellence. Working under the Director of Programme Development and Quality, the intern will assist with planning, coordination, reporting, research, internal communication, and knowledge management. The role interacts closely with the ACCM team, MEAL staff, and technical specialists, offering a well-rounded experience for individuals seeking programme quality roles in Kenya or proposal development internships.

This position is designed to equip the intern with practical skills in programme development, quality assurance systems, data management, coordination mechanisms, and documentation processes—skills highly sought after in international development careers. The role is also suitable for those searching for long-tail opportunities such as “humanitarian programme development internships in Kenya,” “PDQI intern positions,” or “Save the Children programme quality roles.”

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare programme documents, including work plans, implementation schedules, and reports.
• Provide administrative support during meetings, workshops, events, and field activities.
• Maintain the PDQI team calendar, travel schedules, planning tools, and leave management systems.
• Organize and maintain updated hard and digital filing systems for easy access and data retrieval.
• Track PDQI annual priorities and action points to support effective monitoring and implementation.
• Update PDQI databases, SharePoint pages, and other internal communication platforms.
• Support the development and refinement of programme templates, tools, trackers, and operational frameworks.
• Conduct research and contribute to the development of advocacy strategies, programme design documents, and evidence-based decision-making.
• Participate in PDQI meetings, taking notes and contributing where necessary.
• Support ACCM initiatives related to communications, media, campaigns, and public engagement.
• Assist MEAL and technical teams in uploading programme resources to SharePoint, TEAMS, and the Global Resource Centre.
• Help coordinate knowledge-sharing events, communities of practice, webinars, and programme learning sessions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, International Development, Community Development, or a related field.
• Strong interest in advocacy, social justice, and humanitarian issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, well organized, and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Suite (added advantage).

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Understanding of humanitarian and development programming.
• Capacity to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Benefits and Compensation

This internship offers real-world exposure to international development work, programme quality systems, and advocacy processes. Interns gain mentorship from senior professionals, hands-on experience in field and office settings, opportunities for professional development, access to global learning resources, and strengthened qualifications for future NGO and humanitarian roles.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply using the Apply Now button below. Applicants must submit their CV and cover letter as a single document in English, including salary expectations.

Employment is subject to rigorous background checks in alignment with Save the Children’s Child Safeguarding Policy. The organization does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.