INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

3 POSTS AVAILABLE
The Economic and Social Research Foundation (ESRF), is an independent research institution, based in
Dar es Salaam with more than 20 years of experience in conducting policy-enhancing research;
strengthening capabilities in policy analysis and decision making as well as articulating and improving
understanding of policy options in the public sector; private sector; civil society; and the development
partners. As a Think-Tank, ESRF is ranked highly in the areas of Social and Economic research issues in
Tanzania, East Africa and among others in Africa and the world.
The Foundation seeks dynamic and highly motivated professionals for its research training program. The
institution hosts university graduates as interns for the mentoring and coaching program thus equipping
them with skills especially in the areas of conducting and disseminating their own research. This 12
months programme allows individuals to acquire the skills and knowledge required to undertake sound
policy research by expanding on their research techniques relevant to economic and social policy. Thus
the program is designed to provide candidates with an opportunity to gain meaningful work experience
and expose them to policy research.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As Research Trainees, candidates will have a chance to enhance their skills in carrying out research,
analyzing information, preparing reports and/or proposals.
QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

(i) The ideal candidates must possess a minimum of Upper Second Class Honors degree with a GPA
of 4.0+ or a good Masters Degree in the field of Social Sciences preferably Economics
(ii) Excellent written, verbal communication and oral presentation skills (Fluency in English and
Swahili)
(iii)
Strong organizational and prioritization skills required as well as the ability to work
independently and in a team
(iv) Good interpersonal skills
(v) Multi-tasking skills and ability to work under pressure
(vi) Candidates are expected to be recent graduates (not beyond 2014)
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested Candidates should submit:
An Application letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV) with current email and phone number
Scanned/ certified copies of certificates
Two letters of recommendation from two current professional referees

Your application must be received by February 22nd, 2016, using the address below:
Executive Director,
Economic and Social Research Foundation,
51 Uporoto Street, Ursino Estates,
P.O. Box 31226,
Dar es Salaam.
Email: trainings@esrf.or.tz. Please indicate Research Trainee in the subject line. We do not encourage
telephone enquiries. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and only finalists will be
contacted.