Research & Quality Program Intern

The Program Quality and Research Intern will support the development, implementation, and evaluation of program quality initiatives, ensuring adherence to established standards and best practices. They will assist in conducting research to assess program effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and contribute to data-driven decision-making. Additionally, the intern will collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather feedback, analyze findings, and assist in drafting reports and recommendations. Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills are required, along with proficiency in research methodologies and data analysis tools. This role offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in program evaluation, quality assurance, and applied research within a dynamic environment. Restless Development seeks a dynamic and driven individual to spearhead our innovative youth-led development initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of five years of relevant experience in international development, community engagement, or a closely related field, with a strong preference for those with direct experience in youth-focused programming. Fluency in English is essential, while proficiency in additional languages, particularly French or Spanish, is highly advantageous. The successful applicant will demonstrate a proven track record in designing, implementing, and evaluating impactful projects, alongside exceptional leadership and stakeholder engagement skills. Responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, fostering strategic partnerships, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals to maximize social impact. We are seeking a motivated intern to support our team in various administrative and operational tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include assisting with data entry, managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and performing general office duties as needed. Candidates should be currently enrolled in a relevant academic program or recent graduates with a strong academic record. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and excellent communication skills are required. Familiarity with project management tools is a plus. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to gain hands-on experience in a professional setting. A nonprofit organization, also referred to as an NGO, is seeking a dedicated professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, exceptional organizational abilities, and a deep commitment to our mission. Responsibilities include managing stakeholder relationships, coordinating projects, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The role demands proficiency in communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, along with the capacity to work under pressure. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and have a minimum of three years of experience in a comparable nonprofit or NGO environment. Fluency in multiple languages and prior experience in advocacy or fundraising would be advantageous. Social Services & Nonprofit organizations, Admin & Office roles, and Education sectors are actively seeking dedicated professionals to support their missions. These positions typically require strong interpersonal skills, organizational proficiency, and a commitment to serving diverse communities. Responsibilities may include managing administrative tasks, coordinating programs, providing client support, or assisting with educational initiatives. Ideal candidates should possess relevant experience, adaptability, and a passion for making a meaningful difference in their respective fields. Restless Development is an international development organization driven by the vision of a just and sustainable world in which all young people realize their potential and rights. We collaborate with youth-led movements to challenge the status quo, amplify marginalized voices, and advocate for systemic change. Our work focuses on key areas such as sexual and reproductive health and rights, economic justice, climate action, and governance, with a strong emphasis on youth leadership and intersectional approaches. Operating in Africa, Asia, and the Americas, we empower young people to drive transformative solutions and hold decision-makers accountable for equitable progress. Restless Development Uganda champions youth-led transformation by empowering young leaders to drive meaningful change. We work to elevate young people’s voices, equipping them with the tools to mobilize community action and address entrenched challenges. In Saratoga, West Nile, Eastern, and Central Uganda, our efforts focus on enabling youth to shape the decisions that impact their lives while reinforcing the systems and institutions that foster their growth. Additionally, we facilitate the Uganda Youth Collective, a nationwide network of over 600 youth-led organizations collaborating to amplify youth perspectives and advocate for policy shifts through the National Youth Working Group. Our commitment extends to cultivating an organization that embodies power shifting, guided by the power shifting checklist in both internal practices and external engagements. We prioritize the protection and integrity of our operations through a robust and proactive safeguarding framework. This commitment encompasses comprehensive measures designed to prevent, detect, and respond to risks effectively. Our policies and procedures are regularly reviewed and updated to meet evolving standards and ensure compliance with best practices. All team members are expected to uphold these safeguards, fostering a culture of vigilance and responsibility across the organization. Restless Development upholds the safeguarding and protection of children, young people, and vulnerable adults as an essential organizational priority, one that supersedes program achievements or strategic goals. Safeguarding, in our view, is a collective duty, and we therefore mandate that all staff, young leaders, and partners adhere to this commitment by preventing harm within the communities we serve and strictly complying with our Safeguarding Policy. We are seeking a skilled professional to join our team in this pivotal position. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in [specific field or industry], with a proven ability to [key responsibility or skill]. Key requirements include [specific qualification or experience], along with excellent communication and organizational skills. Responsibilities will encompass [main duty or project], as well as [additional task or responsibility]. Proficiency in [specific tool, software, or language] is essential, and prior experience in [relevant industry or field] is highly desirable. The role demands a collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and the capacity to thrive in a dynamic work environment. The Program Quality & Research Intern will collaborate with the Program Quality Manager and program teams to enhance program quality, monitoring, learning, documentation, and reporting. The intern will assist with daily technical and administrative duties to maintain well-organized program information, perform essential quality assurance checks, document key learnings, and ensure routine program quality tasks are completed promptly. This position offers an opportunity for an individual eager to develop skills in program quality, monitoring, evaluation, research, and documentation. While the intern will not assume strategic oversight, supervisory duties, or ultimate accountability, they will play a key role in enhancing the effectiveness and excellence of program operations. Program Quality & Research Intern We are seeking a motivated Program Quality & Research Intern to support the enhancement of our initiatives through rigorous data analysis, performance monitoring, and research-driven insights. In this role, you will assist in evaluating program effectiveness, identifying areas for improvement, and contributing to evidence-based decision-making. Your responsibilities will include collecting and analyzing program data, conducting literature reviews, and assisting with the development of reports and recommendations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in data management tools, and a keen interest in research methodologies. A background in social sciences, public health, or a related field is preferred, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities. This internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in program evaluation and applied research within a dynamic professional environment. Kampala, Uganda serves as the designated workplace for this position. The position offers a monthly stipend of UGX 510,000. The desired commencement date for this position is August 2026. The engagement spans a period of six months, providing an opportunity to contribute to the project’s objectives within this timeframe. Regular domestic travel is anticipated as a key component of the role. Oversee and execute a range of critical responsibilities essential to the role, including the development, implementation, and monitoring of strategic initiatives to achieve organizational objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution, fostering alignment with company goals and compliance standards. Analyze performance metrics and operational data to identify trends, recommend improvements, and drive data-informed decision-making. Manage stakeholder relationships, maintaining clear communication channels to address concerns and facilitate collaborative problem-solving. Ensure adherence to industry regulations, internal policies, and best practices while upholding the highest standards of professional integrity and accountability. Provide assistance to Program Quality and Monitoring initiatives by ensuring adherence to established standards, facilitating data collection and analysis, and contributing to the development of performance indicators to enhance program effectiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement, monitor progress against targets, and prepare comprehensive reports to inform strategic decision-making. Maintain accurate documentation and ensure timely submission of required deliverables while supporting the implementation of quality assurance frameworks. Provide assistance to the Program Quality Manager in managing program quality documents, tools, trackers, and reporting templates. Assist in verifying routine program data to ensure it is complete, consistent, and accurate prior to submission. Assist in compiling monthly, quarterly, and activity-specific program updates, aggregating contributions from various teams to ensure comprehensive and timely reporting. Assist in the maintenance and enhancement of monitoring trackers, indicator performance sheets, action trackers, and other program quality tools. Provide follow-up support to program teams to address any missing information, overdue reports, and incomplete data, ensuring timely resolution and accuracy.

Présentation du poste

• Support the development of materials required for program review meetings, learning sessions, and reflection workshops. Engage in essential data cleaning processes, perform thorough data entry verification, and organize monitoring documents into their respective files. Provide assistance with the preparation of reports and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with established standards. Prepare routine internal reports, compile concise meeting notes, summarize key activities, and assist with straightforward donor reporting inputs. Assist with the preparation of success stories, lessons learned, case studies, and other necessary documentation products. Maintain meticulously organized electronic and hard-copy files containing reports, tools, assessments, and supporting documentation. Assist in compiling presentations, executive summaries, and concise briefing notes for the Program Quality Manager as needed. Ensure program documents are consistently named, securely stored, and readily accessible for efficient retrieval. Provides assistance to Research and Learning initiatives by offering specialized support services. Assists in facilitating research projects, learning programs, and related activities to ensure their smooth execution and effectiveness. Collaborates with team members to identify needs, address challenges, and implement solutions that enhance research and learning outcomes. Maintains accurate records, coordinates resources, and ensures adherence to established protocols and standards.
• Facilitate the organization of program learning and youth-led research initiatives as needed.
• Support comprehensive literature reviews, follow-up transcription tasks, data organization, and documentation of findings. Prepare research instruments, consent documents, attendance logs, and workshop resources in support of research activities. Assist in organizing and synthesizing research notes, stakeholder input, and workshop findings into concise and coherent summaries.
• Support the documentation of lessons learned from program implementation to drive ongoing enhancements. The incumbent will provide assistance in monitoring and tracking the execution of program activities to ensure timely and effective implementation. This role involves verifying adherence to plans, identifying any deviations, and promptly reporting findings to relevant stakeholders. Additionally, the position will support the collection and analysis of performance data to assess progress against established benchmarks. Effective communication and coordination with team members and partners will be essential to facilitate smooth follow-up processes. Provide assistance in monitoring implementation plans, activity schedules, and action points linked to program quality.
• Support the organization of field visits, supervision engagements, and partner follow-up meetings. Participate in selected field visits, as required, to assist with recording notes, compiling documentation, and ensuring the follow-through of agreed-upon actions. Provide assistance in verifying essential program documentation, including attendance registers, training summaries, and monitoring sheets. Ensure that program teams consistently utilize approved templates and tools as mandated. Provide assistance to Knowledge Management and Coordination efforts by performing a range of tasks essential to the effective operation and optimization of these functions.

Responsabilités

• Assist in the upkeep of program databases,

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