Job Description

ABOUT US:

Since 2008, African Leadership Academy (ALA) has sought to identify, develop and connect the most promising young leaders on the African continent, organising them into a powerful community of ethical and effective collaborative action. More than 17 years into the journey, the organisation has built a powerful track record of impact. Our campus community serves 250+ young leaders from across the continent each year. Our pan-African programs in entrepreneurship and impactful careers serve hundreds more. Through these young leaders, we are already impacting thousands of Africans as we pursue a vision of lasting peace and shared prosperity.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Program Coordinator (Intern) role is designed to expose the Intern to different aspects of ALA's Short Programs, associated internal and external stakeholders, and to support the deliverables of the programs. The Intern will benefit from in-depth hands-on training, shared learning, and round-table discussions with the Short Programs team and other ALA stakeholders. He/she will have the opportunity to be involved in multiple programs, including the ALA Model AU, Global Scholars Program, School Visits, and other camps and events. The Intern will provide administrative and operational support for programs, including communications, logistics, administration, and other tasks as necessary. This is a great opportunity for a recent graduate to accelerate professional development, gain vast exposure to ALA's short programs and operations, and build administrative, business development, and program management skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

School Visits:

Support delivery school visits, including WLSA, Grange, Alpha Beta

MAU:

Support the delivery of MAU

GSP:

Support the delivery of all 4 GSPs

Other Camps:

Support the delivery of other camps, including NMCF, Allan Gray Foundation, among others

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND SELECTION CRITERIA

Required Education and Experience:

Tertiary level education Program coordination experience Logistics and events experience Good computer skills - Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel.

COMPETENCIES:

Generic Competencies

Good organisational and time management skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Good computer skills and an ability to learn new computer programs easily. Good collaboration skills Basic Project Management skills Ability to prioritise and work independently. Attention to detail Proactive approach and demonstrates initiative

Attributes

High levels of integrity and confidentiality, and emotional maturity. Good Interpersonal skills Ability and willingness to build a positive relationship with all stakeholders Committed and enthusiastic

Report to:

Head of Short Programs

Job Location:

Johannesburg, ALA campus

Start date:

01 February 2026