BAN-Development Research Center for Excellence (BAN-DRCE) – Intern Consultant (Addis Ababa)

Location: Addis Ababa, with occasional travel to project sites
Employment Type: Internship
Career Level: Junior Level (0–1 Years)
Positions Available: 3
Deadline: December 15, 2025

About the Organization

BAN-Development Research Center for Excellence (BAN-DRCE) is a leading research and consulting firm focused on promoting inclusive and sustainable development through evidence-based, data-driven solutions. The center partners with local and international stakeholders to design, implement, and evaluate various development initiatives.

Short Summary

BAN-DRCE is seeking motivated Intern Consultants who are passionate about research, data analysis, project coordination, and development studies. This role provides hands-on experience in research proposal development, market assessments, fieldwork, data management, and administrative support. It is ideal for recent graduates looking to build practical skills in the consulting and development sector. Interns will work with a multidisciplinary team and gain exposure to real development projects, analytical tools, and professional communication practices.

Job Description

The Intern Consultant will support research activities, proposal preparation, market assessments, database updates, project implementation, and administrative coordination. The position offers a unique opportunity to develop analytical, communication, and project management skills while contributing to the center’s ongoing assignments.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in developing Expressions of Interest (EOIs) and research proposals.
Support the organization of trainings, workshops, and meetings, including logistics.
Prepare PowerPoint presentations, templates, documents, and digital content.
Conduct literature reviews and participate in data gathering and analysis.
Assist in project implementation, surveys, and field visits.
Maintain and update databases for projects, consultants, and field teams.
Participate in internal project meetings and prepare meeting minutes.
Liaise with clients and consultants for project-related tasks.
Follow up on submitted proposals and EOIs.
Update website content and support digital outreach activities.
Conduct market research and due diligence assignments.
Prepare consultant profiles, bio-summaries, and CVs.
Assist the admin and marketing team as required.
Perform any other duties assigned by the core team.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Development Studies, Statistics, or related fields.
No prior work experience required (experienced applicants will not be considered).
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Ability to use PowerBI, Canva, SPSS, STATA, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office tools.
Strong analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Salary: ETB 11,000 per month