Position: Executive Intern

Location: Forcier Country Offices

Job ID#: ADSS0003
Forcier Consulting is a dynamic, research consultancy firm operating across Africa since 2011. Our
core services include research, capacity building training and strategic planning for development
actors, governments and private sector clients operating in post-conflict contexts and challenging
environments. Forcier currently works in South Sudan, Sudan, Somalia, Democratic Republic of
Congo and Sierra Leone and is supported by its administrative, financial and training headquarters
in Cairo, Egypt.
Job Description: Forcier Consulting is seeking an Executive Intern to support the Managing
Partner and country offices. The Executive Intern will assist Senior Partners with administrative
duties such as scheduling and logistics, and assist in the execution of research projects across
Forciers countries of operation. The ideal candidate should have an interest in research,
development and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Compensation: This position is unpaid, but housing and a living stipend are provided.
Reports to: Managing Partner
Daily Tasks:
Assist in the creation of company-wide policies, procedures, protocols, and forms that
improve the structure and efficiency of the organization.
Conduct literature reviews and compile data on exploratory research projects and
opportunities.
Assist in the drafting and revision of technical and financial proposals and business
development generally.
Assist the Managing Partner with tasks including meeting documentation, client follow-up,
and scheduling.
Education requirements:
First-level university degree
Required skills:
Excellent English writing skills
Experience working in a cross-cultural office setting
Experience living or working in a developing country
Effective ability to pro-actively prioritize in a fast-paced dynamic environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Willingness to problem solve independently

Strong Microsoft Office skills
Experience in conducting research

Preferred (but not required) skills:

Familiarity will qualitative or quantitative research methods
Experience living or working in Africa
Note: While Forcier Consulting makes every attempt to assure the Executive Interns comfort,
locations such as Juba, South Sudan are considered hardship locations and living conditions are
substantially below those conditions in many other parts of the world.
How to Apply:
Please apply on our website: http://joinforcier.com. On the Current Openings job table, locate
the Executive Intern job posting and click Apply.
Submit a single PDF containing your cover letter, CV and three professional references and any
additionally requested documents.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for
interview.