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ORGANISATION OVERVIEW

The Science for Africa Foundation (SFA Foundation) is a non-profit, public charity organisation that supports strengthens and promotes science innovation in Africa. The goal of the SFA Foundation is to address the continent’s most pressing developmental needs by generating scientific knowledge that solves problems and informs decision-making.

We serve the African research ecosystem by funding excellent research and innovation ideas; enabling interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers, building and reinforcing environments that are conducive for scientists to thrive and producing quality research that generates new, locally relevant knowledge.

The SFA Foundation takes a holistic approach to the development of science. Our programmatic initiatives are crafted to cater to the entire science ecosystem and span across the value chain from early discovery sciences to translation sciences and target cross-cutting gaps.

Our commitment to strengthening the entire research ecosystem is reflected in the creation of major science and innovation programmes implemented through a well-established grant-making scheme, advocacy, and promotion of scientific excellence, emphasis on intra-Africa collaboration and evidence-based policymaking mechanisms.

THE SFA FOUNDATION GRADUATE TRAINEE PROGRAMME

Are you passionate about science, and what enables delivery of the same, eager to learn and take on new challenges? Do you possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with ability to work well in a team-oriented environment? Then explore the graduate trainee openings within SFA Foundation.

We invite talented and driven individuals to join our Graduate Trainee Programme for a fixed term period of one year. Although the Program does not guarantee employment at SFA Foundation, it prepares trainees by giving them the necessary experience.

We are looking for motivated candidates who are eager to grow, innovate, and make an impact. Our Graduate Trainee Programme offers the perfect chance to launch your career. With hands-on training, mentorship, and real exposure, you will develop the expertise needed to excel in a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive environment.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• • Should have graduated in 2023 or 2024
  • Bachelor’s degree in with a minimum of upper second-class honors in specialized fields related to the areas below.
  • Should have a B+ and above in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or its equivalent 
  • Kenyan citizen.
• Click on the link below to apply for a position that best fits your qualifications and career aspirations.

1. 1. Mental Health Research and Development (1 position)
   2. Graduate Trainee, Communications – ASJA (1 position)
   3. Graduate Trainee, Communications (1 position)
   4. Legal, Risk & Compliance (1 position)
   5. Information, Communication & Technology (1 position)

The application deadline for all the listed positions is 13th October 2024.

SFA Foundation has a commitment to safeguarding people and our environment, and this forms part of our background checks.