Intern - Development Impact at FSD Africa

JOB PURPOSE

The objective of this internship role is to provide a motivated and talented individual with an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of development impact while focusing on web development using ASP.NET C# and data management. An interest in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies would be desirable. The internship will contribute to the development and implementation of FSD Africa’s Development Impact Management Information System(s) (DIMIS) while exploring opportunities for AI driven solutions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ROLE REQUIREMENTS                                                                                               

Duties will include but are not limited to supporting and contributing to the Development Impact Team in:

• Designing and developing new features on the DIMIS platform using ASP.NET C#
• Digitising the interventions tracker.
• Work with DI Managers to build a database of screening data.
• Assist the DI Analyst in building out relevant dashboard from FSD Africa DIMIS platform.
• Data mining of data on various initiatives as requested/guided by the DI team.
• Participate in the DI team meetings to learn and gain DI experience from the discussions held within the team.
• Shadow members of the DI team to get an understanding of development impact within FSD Africa

Carry out any other duties or special assignments as assigned by the Senior DI Manager

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications and Education

• Currently enrolled or a recent graduate in an undergraduate or graduate degree in computer science, software engineering, statistics, data science, or related field.

Essential Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

• Strong knowledge of programming concepts with ASP.NET C# tech stack though knowledge of other programming languages is a bonus.
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Self-motivated and eager to learn and apply new technologies.
• Completed a monitoring and evaluation training, data management training etc

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Familiarity/basic understanding of AI concepts
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs and to uphold and live the core values of FSD Africa
• Organisational, interpersonal communication skills and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise jobs effectively
• Demonstrated ability to work proactively and independently, as well as in a small team, and doing so in a well-organized manner and exercising sound judgment.