Democracy and Governance Internship Placement at Ghana Center for Democratic Development

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Company Profile

The Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) is an independent, not-for-profit civil society organization that has been working since 1998 to advance democracy, good governance, and inclusive development in Ghana and the rest of Africa through research, analysis, advocacy, policy influencing, and citizen empowerment. The Center harnesses the power of evidence-based research, ideas, and partnerships to inform and stimulate dialogue and influence public policy.

Job Description

Democracy and Governance Internship Placement (12 weeks)

The Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) is pleased to announce its Democracy and Governance Internship Program for Ghanaian university students.

Objective
To offer opportunities for three (3) promising undergraduate and post-graduate students to develop an interest and skills in research, analysis and advocacy in Ghanaian/African democratic development and good governance in our Accra and Tamale ofﬁces.

Eligibility
Prospective level 300 and 400 undergraduate and post-graduate students majoring in Social Sciences, Humanities and Law in any Ghanaian university.

Duration
A maximum period of twelve (12) weeks (October 3, 2022 to December 22, 2022).

Awards
A stipend of One Thousand Ghana Cedis only (Ghs1,000.00)

Required Skills or Experience

Eligibility
Prospective level 300 and 400 undergraduate and post-graduate students majoring in Social Sciences, Humanities and Law in any Ghanaian university.

How To Apply | Democracy and Governance Internship Placement at Ghana Center for Democratic Development

Procedure Please send an application letter and CV stating how you qualify for the program Letter of attestation from your university and the Most recent transcript from your university

Applications must be accompanied by a word-processed essay presenting your views on the topic:

Ghana’s constitution is now 30 years. In spite of the democratic gains, there have been calls for a new constitution. Do you agree or disagree with the calls for a review of the constitution?
If you agree or disagree, why? Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Application Deadline
Applications must reach the Center by August 31, 2022 via e-mail, hand delivery or direct posting. Envelopes must be clearly marked: Democracy and Governance Internship Placement.

Direct Posting to:
The Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana)
P. O. Box LG 404, Legon, Accra

Email to: jobs@cddgh.org / s.fenny@cddgh.org

Hand Delivery:
Accra Ofﬁce – No. 95 Nortei Ababio Loop, North Airport Residential Area, Accra GP Digital Address: GA-086-9627

Tamale ofﬁce – # 840, Mash Plaza Building, Rice City, Gumani, Tamale
P. O. Box TL 1573, Tamale