SNV Netherlands Development Organisation Internship 2026 – Research Assistant (Abuja)
Organization: SNV Netherlands Development Organisation
Role: Research Assistant (Internship / NYSC Placement)
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-Time (12-Month Internship Placement)
Expected Start Date: October 1, 2026
Target Sectors: Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Water
Application Deadline: Not Specified (Applications Processed on a Rolling Basis)
About the Opportunity
SNV is a global non-profit international development organization operating in over 25 countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
SNV Nigeria is recruiting a Research Assistant for a 12-month learning and capacity-building internship placement in Abuja. Reporting directly to the Country Director, the intern will support SNV’s project portfolio across agriculture, agribusiness, renewable energy, climate action, and water management.
Key Responsibilities
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Desk Research: Conduct research on agriculture, agribusiness, renewable energy, water, and climate-related policy and market trends.
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Data Analysis: Assist project teams with data collection, analysis, interpretation, and mapping of market opportunities and value chains.
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Content Generation: Prepare concise research briefs, literature reviews, presentations, factsheets, concept notes, and project concept inputs.
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Stakeholder Profiling: Support mapping and profiling of private-sector firms, government institutions, development partners, and local stakeholders.
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Knowledge Management: Organize research databases, document success stories, compile lessons learned, and support monitoring and evaluation activities.
Eligibility Criteria & Minimum Requirements
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Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Agricultural Economics, Development Studies, or a related discipline.
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NYSC / Work Experience:
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Currently serving NYSC member with a valid deployment to Abuja OR
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Recent graduate with a maximum of 1 year post-NYSC work experience.
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Nationality: Open exclusively to Nigerian Nationals.
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Key Competencies: Strong analytical thinking, concise technical writing, learning agility, attention to detail, and proficiency in research methodologies.
What the Internship Offers
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Practical, hands-on exposure to international development program implementation.
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Structured professional mentorship from senior advisors and technical experts.
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Capacity development in research, data analytics, and stakeholder engagement.
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Monthly learning placement allowance/support.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application online through the official SNV recruitment portal: