Partnership Development Intern

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Job Title: Partnership Development Intern Location: Islamabad, Pakistan Reports to: Partnership Development Coordinator Job Duration: 3 Months (Desk-based Role) Start Date: 1st August 2026 Open to all applicants (female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply). About Action For Humanity (AFH): Action For Humanity (AFH) is an International NGO that provides aid and assistance to people affected by disasters and extreme poverty. Our vision is a world of crises-resilient communities. Our mission is to mobilise and respond to emergencies and critical needs through humanitarian, development and peace-building action, helping affected communities survive, recover and build a better future. At AFH Pakistan, we are seeking a Partnership Development Intern to support our efforts in strengthening collaborations and developing meaningful partnerships. This is a desk-based internship based in Islamabad, designed to offer practical learning and professional growth opportunities for individuals passionate about development, humanitarian action, and stakeholder engagement. Job Purpose: The Partnership Development Intern will support the Partnership Development Coordinator in strengthening AFH Pakistan's partnership and resource development efforts. The role will primarily involve research, donor mapping, maintaining institutional records, assisting in proposal development processes, ensuring readiness for donor due diligence, and coordinating internal data related to institutional engagement. This internship is ideal for fresh graduates who want to gain a foundational understanding of proposal writing, logical framework development, and donor documentation, and are eager to work in the humanitarian and development sector. Key Responsibilities: 1. Donor Mapping & Data Management • Support the Partnership Development Coordinator in maintaining an updated database of current and potential donors, partners, and funding opportunities. • Conduct basic desk research to identify new institutional, corporate, and foundation donors aligned with AFH's thematic priorities. • Maintain a donor tracker that includes funding deadlines, partnership history, and engagement progress. • Assist in compiling information and data for donor profiling and partnership outreach materials. • Ensure donor and partnership records are systematically organized and easily accessible for reporting and proposal purposes. 2. Concept Note & Proposal Support • Assist in drafting concept notes, proposals, and supporting documents in line with donor formats and guidelines. • Support the development of logical frameworks, results-based matrices, and project summaries. 3. Documentation & Due Diligence Records • Maintain and regularly update official documentation required for institutional due diligence, including legal registrations, policies, and governance records. • Ensure all AFH Pakistan due diligence folders are complete, organized, and audit-ready. • Support the preparation of documentation packages for partner onboarding, donor assessments, and compliance reviews. 4. Reporting & Data Management • Maintain a centralized and updated database of project information, donor contacts, funding deadlines, and reporting schedules. • Ensure that data and records are systematically organized and easily accessible to relevant teams. Qualifications & Experience: • Bachelor's / Master's degree in Social Sciences, preferably in Development Studies, International Relations, or other relevant field. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace. • Good understanding of humanitarian and development work. Key Competencies: Competencies are descriptions of the skills, abilities, and characteristics that are associated with effective performance in a job. • Welcomes change positively and stays curious, with a readiness to learn new things and take initiative when opportunities come up. • Strives to do tasks well and meet shared goals, paying attention to detail and taking pride in delivering good work. • Respects and supports others, enjoying teamwork and contributing to a positive and collaborative environment. • Thinks things through logically, uses available information to understand situations, and helps find practical solutions. • Connects well with others, builds positive relationships, and communicates clearly — even in challenging situations. • Expresses ideas clearly and simply in writing, making complex information easy to understand. • Feels comfortable working remotely and staying coordinated with teammates across different departments or locations. Languages Strong written and spoken English. Other Information: • This is a desk-based internship located at AFH's Pakistan Office in Islamabad. • The role is part of the Partnership Development team, reporting directly to the Partnership Development Coordinator. Benefits: • Valuable networking opportunities and the chance to build professional relationships that can benefit your career. • A fair remuneration package will be provided in accordance with AFH policy. • A safe and inclusive work environment. • Opportunities to develop a wide range of skills, including partnerships, CSR, cross-cultural communication, problem-solving, and adaptability. These skills are transferable and can enhance your career prospects. • Access to training, workshops, and educational opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge. We are looking to appoint this role ASAP and will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so for the best chance of success please apply today – we would love to hear from you. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Action For Humanity also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures. Please only apply if you are okay with all of the above.