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World Bank

Program Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

Eastern and Southern Africa (AFE ) Region We need the best and brightest talent focused on our ... Our knowledge program is extensive and provided through a mix of Advisory Services and Analytics ...

Sun King

$114K - $140K/yr

Manage government and policy engagement across East & Southern Africa, building strong ... Structured, tailored learning and development programs that help you become a better leader ...

Ventura TRAVEL

A South African, Namibian or Botswana resident with a National Tour Guide license and PdP ... Advance training and development program areas such as languages, history & cultural knowledge, new ...

Sun King

... Central Africa. This is a high-impact, multi-disciplinary communications role that sits at the ... programme. You will also play a pivotal role in supporting fundraising communications and ...

Sun King

... Central Africa. This is a high-impact, multi-disciplinary communications role that sits at the ... programme. You will also play a pivotal role in supporting fundraising communications and ...

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How much do africa program jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for africa program in the United States is $39,683.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34,000.00 and $39,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Africa Program vs Africa Program Coordinator?

AspectAfrica ProgramAfrica Program Coordinator
Primary RoleOversees multiple projects and strategic initiatives within Africa programsManages day-to-day activities and implementation of specific Africa projects
Required CredentialsTypically advanced degrees in development, international relations, or related fieldsBachelor's or master's degree, relevant experience in project management
Work EnvironmentOffice-based with field visits, international travelOffice-based with site visits and stakeholder engagement
Employer & Industry UsageNGOs, international agencies, development organizationsNGOs, nonprofits, international development agencies

The Africa Program generally refers to the broader strategic initiative or department focused on Africa, while the Africa Program Coordinator handles the operational management of specific projects within that program. The coordinator role is more hands-on and execution-focused, whereas the Africa Program role involves strategic planning and oversight.

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Infographic showing various Africa Program job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 1% Full Time, 93% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,683 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Fall Intern: Critical Threats Project Africa

AEI

Washington, DC

$33K - $39K/yr

Internship

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

The Critical Threats Project (CTP), led by Senior Fellow Frederick W. Kagan, tracks and analyzes current and emerging challenges to American national security. The internship will work with Africa Team Lead Liam Karr to focus on supporting the project’s research efforts on US national security interests in Africa, including state powers state powers such as China, Iran, and Russia, as well as non-state groups like the Islamic State and al Qaeda. Research will include open-source tracking and analysis of key state and non-state actors and related political and security dynamics across the continent, with a special focus on the Horn of Africa, West Africa, and the Great Lakes region. Interns will assist in research and production tasks for the weekly Africa File, mapping updates, and other long-term projects.

The internship includes educational modules for developing intelligence analysis tradecraft. Interested candidates should demonstrate strong writing and analytical skills, the ability to conduct independent research, and the ability to work on a team. Initiative, dedication to the project’s mission, work ethic, technological proficiency, creativity, and a genuine interest in Africa are highly valued. The ability to read and conduct research in French, Arabic, or other commonly spoken languages on the continent is a plus but not required.

Candidates who can intern 40 hours per week in-person are preferred. Hours must fall within normal business hours in Eastern Time from Monday through Friday. Please include your weekly availability for the position in your cover letter.

About AEI Internships

AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks.

Competitive candidates will generally have a GPA of 3.5 or higher from a top-ranking college or university. AEI’s internship program runs for 12 weeks and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC. Please see the internship program home page for updates about the program.

The fall program dates are either Tuesday, September 8, to Friday, December 4 or Tuesday, September 15, to Friday, December 11.


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