As a 3rd Cohort Policy Analyst Intern at UNB, you will be an integral part of the team, helping to innovate, nurture and transform businesses, build relationships and partnerships with our diverse stakeholders. You will assist in identifying public policies, reviewing and analysing them and supporting our evidence based advocacy programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in evidence based policy research, analysis, review and evaluation, all while contributing to meaningful work that supports Uganda’s business ecosystem.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop policy analysis agenda.
• Assist with drafting concept notes, work plans and budgets and reports on UNB activities.
• Support dissemination data and information on UNB activities at advocacy with key audiences.
• Track and analyse public policies to evaluate their relevance and effectiveness to business ecosystems.
• Help manage and update UNB policy engagement platforms.
• Engage with businesses and stakeholders to generate policy issues.
• Draft policy communication documents to ensure effective advocacy with various stakeholders.
• Assist with networking and partnership for evidence based advocacy.

Key Deliverables During the Internship Period:

• Concept notes
• Funding proposals
• Work plan.
• Reports
• Policy position papers
• Policy briefs

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Economics, Business Administration or Management, Commerce, Trade and Law, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Small Business Management, Social Sciences, Community
• Development, Development Studies, a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with data analytical tools
• Basic knowledge and skills in the use of Artificial Intelligence in policy research, analysis, review and evaluation.
• Self-driven and able to work independently, manage tasks, and meet deadlines.
• A genuine interest in business ecosystem in Uganda.
• Creative, proactive, and eager to learn new skills.
• Prior experience in policy analysis is a plus but not required.

Benefits:

• Professional Development: Develop knowledge and skills evidence based policy research, analysis, review and evaluation.
• Hands-On Experience: Work directly on policy research, analysis, review and evaluation on business ecosystem.
• Build and Expand Networks: Build and expand relationships with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and key stakeholders in Uganda business ecosystem and beyond.
• Mentorship and Coaching: Gain valuable guidance and feedback from business practioners and professionals to help accelerate your career.
• Flexible Working Hours: Enjoy the freedom of working remotely with flexible hours, with an expected commitment of 30% of your time at your convenience in at least three days in a week.
• Certificate of Completion: Upon successfully completing the internship, you will receive a certificate highlighting your contributions to UNB policy research, analysis, review and evaluation.

Important Notes:

• This is an unpaid internship focused on professional development, enhancing hand-on experience and expanding networks.
• UNB does not provide any financial support for travel or accommodation during the internship period.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• The internship requires a 30%-time commitment and offers flexible working hours to suit your schedule spread in at least three days in a week.

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their motivation for applying and what they hope to gain from this internship to info@ugnb.org. Please include “3rd Cohort Policy Analyst Internship Application – [Your Name]” in the subject line.