Deadline: June 4, 2025
Are you a young graduate interested in international relations? Are you curious to learn more about work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in Kenya? Apply for the EU traineeship of 6 months within the Political, Press and Information Section of the EU Delegation to Kenya, starting in October 2025.
As part of the program, you will:
- Actively contribute to the work of the Political, Press and Information Section at the EU Delegation to Kenya.
- Under the guidance of the political adviser, follow Kenyan political trends and contribute to political reporting and analysis.
- Contribute to the Delegation engagement with the Kenyan media
- Under the guidance of the Delegation Press and Information Officer, regularly update the Delegation website and social media accounts.
- Support the Political, Press and Information Section in the design and layout of information material.
- Assist with press reviews.
- Meeting preparation and minutes taking.
- Fulfilling other duties, as required.
Benefits
- Each selected trainee will receive a monthly grant to cover living expenses. All costs related to travels, visa, insurance, accommodation must be borne by the trainee.
Eligibility
- Applicant must hold a university degree, and have a proven interest in the field of international relations, political sciences, security, trade relations, journalism/media or other related subjects, with a particular focus on African affairs;
- Have proven analytical, organizational, research and drafting skills;
- Be a team player and good communicator;
- Be hard working and see the internship as an opportunity for professional and personal development;
- General knowledge of the EU foreign policy priorities with a particular focus on Africa is a major advantage;
- Excellent command of written and spoken English.
Application
Candidates must apply to the e-mail address [email protected] and send the following documents:
- A detailed standard Europass curriculum vitae (CVs in other format will not be considered)
- a cover letter describing why you want to participate in a EU traineeship
- and an application form.
Mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship – Political, Press and Information Section
For more information, visit Traineeship at the EU Delegation to Kenya.
