PROJECT INTERN - ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS SUPPORT
Global Green Growth Institute Internship Program
The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) internship program provides a unique learning opportunity for students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds. The program is designed for talented and motivated individuals skilled in areas relevant to GGGIโs operations. The program allows selected candidates to gain insight into the work of the Institute and provides assistance and training in various professional fields in a multicultural environment. We encourage qualified women and men, in particular, nationals of developing countries, with diverse professional, academic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITY
The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is implementing the Empowering Rural Communities of Vanuatu through Renewable Energy Solutions project, funded by DFATโs REnew Pacific program and co-financed by the UK FCDO. The project aims to improve energy access in rural communities through solar-powered water pumps and standalone PV systems for schools and health centers, with a strong focus on Gender, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI).
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in project implementation, logistics, and stakeholder engagement in a multicultural and mission-driven environment.
The assignment will include the following but not limited to:
- Provide logistical and administrative support for workshops, field visits, and stakeholder meetings (venue booking, travel coordination, catering, materials preparation).
- Assist in arranging travel logistics for staff and stakeholders, including booking flights, accommodation, and preparing travel itineraries.
- Assist with procurement processes including quote requests, invoice tracking, and vendor coordination.
- Help liaise with local vendors and service providers for quotations, deliveries, and service confirmations.
- Support documentation and reporting (event briefs, minutes, logistical checklists).
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to internal coordination efforts.
- Assist with communications tasks (e.g., taking photos during field visits, drafting short updates for reports).
- Help maintain organized filing systems (digital and physical) for project documentation.
- Assist with data entry and compiling inputs for donor reports and internal updates.
- Support inventory tracking and asset management for project equipment.
- Contribute to field activities and community engagement efforts.
- Other daily office and project related activities requested by the office.
ELIGIBILITYApplicants to the GGGI internship program must at the time of application meet the following requirements:
- Be enrolled in a Bachelorโs (final year), masterโs or PhD program prior to internship assignment, or a recent graduate within the last 12 months.
- Be engaged or recently engaged in academic study in a field directly related to the Instituteโs work.
- Possess an excellent command of English
QUALIFICATION- Currently pursuing or recently completing a degree/diploma in Business Administration, Logistics, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft office (Excel, Word, outlook) and familiarity with digital tools, e.g.: Teams, SharePoint)
- Ability to multitask and work independently
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Prior experience in administration/logistics support
- Knowledge of travel logistics processes is a plus
SELECTION PROCESS- Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
- GGGI evaluates applications based on eligibility requirements, relevance of academic study and work experience (if any); and the level of interest and motivation to contribute to development work.
- Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
TEMRS AND CONDITIONSDuration: The internship program is for at least three months and for up to six months. Once selected, interns must begin their internship either prior to or within 12 months of graduation.
Stipend: GGGI interns receive a monthly stipend of USD $500 per month (unless agreed to be funded by sponsoring institutions). All costs related to travel, insurance, accommodation, and living expenses must be borne by either the interns themselves or sponsoring institutions.
Visa: GGGI will provide a supporting letter for visa. Interns will be responsible for obtaining and financing the necessary visas.
Travel: Intern will arrange and finance their travel to the internship location.
Medical Insurance: Interns must present proof of valid medical insurance to GGGI upon returning the signed internship contract.
Confidentiality: Interns must keep confidential any and all unpublished information obtained during the course of the internship and may not publish any documents based on such information.
Academic Credit: Interns may get academic credit from their institution of higher education for the internship. Interns need to check with their university to confirm their academic credit policy for internships.
Working Hours: Interns are expected to work during normal working hours from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Leave should be pre-approved by the Intern Manager, and the latter should inform the Office of HR accordingly.
Learning Outcomes: Before completion of the internship, Intern Managers are expected to review the learning outcomes with the intern.
Certificate: Provided upon successful completion of the internship, upon request. Child protection โ GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGIโs Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.