GRADUATE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (GRIP – FY27)

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

 

Employee Contract Type:

Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)

 

Job Description:

Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness; Our  prayer for every heart, the will to make it so

World Vision Uganda (WVU) is a Christian relief, development, and advocacy non-governmental organization committed to empowering children, families, and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. With operations in 41 districts across Uganda and 52 Area Programs, WVU implements critical projects in key areas such as health and nutrition; Water Hygiene and Sanitation (WASH); livelihoods and resilience; education; emergency response and child protection.

 

As part of our mission, World Vision is dedicated to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, ensuring that our staff and partners are fully aligned with our strict policies on protection. We do not employ individuals whose backgrounds are unsuitable for working with vulnerable populations.

 

We are thrilled to announce the recruitment for our Graduate Internship Program (GRIP) interns for the Financial Year (FY) 2027 cohort. This program is open to recent university graduates who have a genuine passion for serving the most vulnerable, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas of Uganda. GRIP provides a unique opportunity for young professionals to gain hands-on experience in the field of humanitarian work, while making a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need.

 

The FY 2027 program will run from October 1st, 2026, to September 30th, 2027, offering graduates the chance to work alongside experienced professionals in our various sectors. We look forward to welcoming individuals with a heart for service and a commitment to making a difference.

 

Eligibility Criteria:

 

·         Must be a Ugandan citizen.

·         Recent graduates who completed a relevant degree within the past two (2) years from a recognized university, with a minimum achievement of a Second- Upper Class degree.

·         Young Christian professionals aged 26 years or below, actively involved in their church, with strong Christian values, leadership experience.

·         Candidates should demonstrate strong character, honesty, and high competency, and be in good physical and emotional health, supported by a recent medical check-up from a recognized medical facility.

·         Preference will be given to graduates who have been beneficiaries of World Vision’s child sponsorship program or those who have been positively impacted by World Vision Uganda’s community development programs.

·         Candidates must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, such as relatives working for or affiliated with World Vision Uganda

 

Here below, find the specialties required and the location of the internship once the recruitment process is complete.

 

Area of Specialization, Number required, Location

Bachelors of Business Administration (Finance/Accounting option) = 4 Kampala/Bugiri/Terego/Mpigi

 

Bachelor of Information Technology = 3 Kampala/Kamwenge/Lira Palwo

 

 

Bachelors of Procurement and Supply Chain = 2 Kampala/Arua

 

 

Bachelors of Public Administration/SWASA = 5 Bugiri/Kampala/Karamoja/Kamwenge/Bukoma

 

 

Bachelors of Human Resources Management = 1 Kampala

 

 

Bachelors of Arts/Science with Education = 1 Kamwenge

 

 

Bachelors of Science in Human Nutrition/Gender = 3 Pader / Karamoja / Lalogi Lakwana/

 

 

Bachelors of Science in Agriculture = 2 Buyinda / Busakira

 

 

Bachelor of Laws = 1 Kampala

 

 

Bachelor of Mass Communication = 3 Kampala/Yumbe/Adjumani

 

 

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering/WASH related = 5 Various regions/Soroti/Yumbe/Mayuge

 

 

Bachelor of Statistics/Applied Science/Monitoring & Evaluation = 3 Kampala/Soroti/Pader

 

All applications must be submitted via the link provided below. Please ensure that all required documents are compiled and saved as a single PDF file before uploading.

 

Required Attachments

 

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copy of National ID
• Statement of Faith in 500 words
• Copies of Certified Academic Documents

 

NOTE:

World Vision is committed to the principles of workplace diversity. Qualified women are encouraged to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. World Vision does not use employment agencies nor does it charge money for recruitment, interviews, or medical checks.

 

THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS 8TH AUGUST 2026

 

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only

About Us

Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so.

 

As a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

 

Learn more about our work at wvi.org.

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Our Culture

Our organisational culture reflects a "Partnership" of World Vision offices in 100 countries and 31,000+ staff working towards one vision: life in its fullness for every child.

 

A career with World Vision is a God-given calling, and we believe that every staff member has been brought to World Vision for God’s purposes. Whether working from home, in an office, or with children and community members, we celebrate and embrace each staff member’s diverse background and talents – knowing that together, we can make a difference. Together, #WeAreWorldVision.

 

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Your Rewards

Our people are our greatest asset.

 

Each staff member brings their unique experience and God-given talents to the organisation – and in return World Vision provides employees a competitive "Total Rewards" package tailored to the context in which they work.

 

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