Intern – Project and Administration Job Vacancy at British Council
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Intern – Project and Administration Job Vacancy at British Council
Intern – Project and Administration
British Council January 2026
Role Profile
Intern – Project and Administration for British Council Tanzania- (Strongly encouraging applicants from underrepresented and marginalised communities)- (based in Dar es Salaam)
Duration: 6 months (until 30 June 2026)
Role purpose
The British Council would like to offer highly motivated individuals the experiential learning opportunity to transition into the workforce through its inclusive internship programme.
The Project and Administration Intern will provide comprehensive administrative, logistical, and programme support to ensure smooth delivery of projects and efficient office operations. The role will support compliance with British Council policies and procedures, including safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), and environmental sustainability.
Role context
The internship is positioned to support interns from marginalised backgrounds to gain essential skills and experiences to aid them in securing gainful employment and support their upward social mobility. The initiative is aimed at British Council’s contribution to social value.
Main accountabilities
- We are seeking a project and administration intern to support the British Council Tanzania team in projects and administration services to internal and external audiences and stakeholders. The internship will give the postholder a unique insight across all operational and programme areas, as well as insight into working with different audience and stakeholder groups in a local, regional and international context. Role will include:
Administrative Support
- Work with Business Support Team to ensure office supplies are ordered and invoices are paid
- Shadow Customer Services and Exams teams to learn about our products and advise customers
- Manage travel logistics including flight bookings, airport transfers, and hotel reservations.
- Oversee stock control and office resource management (e.g., stationery, office supplies).
Commercial and Financial Management Support:
- Support budget tracking, expenditure recording, and basic financial reconciliations under supervision.
- Maintain and reconcile petty cash.
- Support the Finance Administrator in processing staff/vendor reconciliations, managing staff debtor accounts (e.g., mobile and utility bills), and liaising with internal teams and the hub as needed.
Programme Management and Compliance:
- Support adherence to organisational policies, including safeguarding, EDI, and financial procedures.
- Assist with data collection, entry, and quality assurance for programme monitoring and evaluation.
- Provide logistical and administrative support during stakeholder meetings, workshops, and events.
Digital and Records Management:
- Assist with updating and maintaining project databases and digital tools.
Collaborate with digital and M&E teams to ensure timely and accurate data entry.
Coordinate between teams to ensure project information is saved within agreed naming conventions
Maintain effective file management of key documents including contracts, invoices, delivery notes, and inventories.
Learning and development opportunities for the intern
The skills we hope you will develop and grow through the role are:
- Gain hands-on experience with project management principles, tools, and systems.
Learn about British Council’s programme delivery standards, including safeguarding, EDI, and compliance.
Develop practical skills in financial monitoring, data management, and stakeholder engagement.
Receive mentoring and performance feedback to support professional growth.
Enhance understanding of environmental sustainability and corporate operations in an international context.
Condition of employment
Proof of Identity requirements/right to work in country
- Candidates are expected to have researched whether they have the right to live and work in the country in which the role is based. Given that our offices have different legal status depending on the work we do in those countries, we recommend that you contact HR in country for additional information on the likelihood of securing a visa. Only at its discretion will the British Council provide support so please check first whether visa support is offered.
Language Requirements
- English
- Swahili
Additional job requirements
- Occaisonal evening work to support events
Qualifications
- Must be a new/recent entrant to workforce (within last 2 years)
- Evidence of being socio-economically disadvantaged and/ or having a disability
- Have an interest in project and administration
- Commitment to learning
Role specific knowledge and experience
- Profeciency in English Language (written and spoken)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and digital tools.
- Basic understanding of project management principles
- Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong motivation to make a difference
The British Council has a Safeguarding Policy which specifies the protection of children and adults from abuse. Hence, this internship is targeted to individuals who are 18 and above.
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