NACOSA
Monitoring and Evaluation Internship
Company: NACOSA (Networking HIV, AIDS Community of Southern Africa)
Location: Century City, Cape Town
Job Type: Internship (6 – 9 months)
Application Deadline: 14 November 2025
About NACOSA
NACOSA is a leading non‑profit organisation that works alongside communities across South Africa to build strong, resilient organisations and respond effectively to HIV, AIDS, TB, gender‑based violence, human rights, and other public health and social challenges.
About the SEF Programme
The SEF (Student Experience for Futures) Programme grants young graduates valuable work experience within the NGO sector, supporting sustainable livelihoods and community development.
Role Overview
The Monitoring and Evaluation Intern will capture, clean, analyse and report programme data. You will support the M&E team in ensuring data quality and in the preparation of internal reports. The position offers first‑hand experience in M&E processes, data management and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately enter programme data into M&E systems (Excel and digital platforms).
- Collect and submit data tools from implementing teams in a timely manner.
- Digitise and organise hard‑copy data forms for secure archiving.
- Assist with data cleaning to ensure accuracy, completeness and consistency.
- Identify and flag data errors such as missing fields or incorrect demographics.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive programme data.
- Support site‑level quality checks and basic data verification activities.
- Compile and format internal M&E reports and documentation.
- Participate in capacity‑building sessions and shadow M&E staff.
- Provide general administrative support (filing, scanning, template updates).
- Perform ad‑hoc tasks as needed to support programme objectives.
Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- National Senior Certificate (Matric / Grade 12) – required.
- Recently completed a Diploma or Degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Development Studies, Statistics, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of M&E concepts and data flow.
- Basic familiarity with data analysis tools and languages (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, Power BI).
- Ability to work in fast‑paced, high‑volume environments.
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
- Proficiency in English and one other South African language (knowledge of an African language is advantageous).
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for on‑site verifications.
Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible to work in South Africa and between the ages of 18 and 35.
- Currently unemployed and not engaged in any other internship or learnership.
- Completed a post‑secondary qualification relevant to the role.
- Available for the full duration of the internship programme.
Application Process
To apply, visit the link below. E‑mail applications will not be accepted.
Please note: Applicants must not be receiving any of the following government benefits during the programme period – Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant, Old Age Pension, Disability Grant or NSFAS Funding. Receiving a Child Support Grant is allowed.
Preference will be given to applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with NACOSA’s employment equity plan. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and to indicate this in their application.
Application Link
In the event that you do not hear from us after 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. NACOSA reserves the right to amend and/or withdraw adverts at any time without notification.
All personal information provided will be handled in line with our recruitment policy and the Protection of Personal Information Act.