Equality & Anti-Discrimination Program Internship 2026

The Equality & Anti-Discrimination Program Internship 2026 at Amnesty Kenya offers a three-month placement in Nairobi to support campaign projects focused on socio-economic, civil, and political rights.

What it offers

• Duration: 3 months, renewable
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya
• Hands-on experience in equality, anti-discrimination, civil and political rights
• Networking with industry experts and practitioners
• Mentorship and guidance from NGO professionals
• Exposure to practical multidimensional discrimination and human rights issues

Who can apply

• Essential: At least a first degree in law, human rights, or social sciences
• Excellent research, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of human rights, especially feminist principles, equality, intersectionality, security accountability, and non-discrimination
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational, planning, and administrative skills
• Desirable: Previous volunteering or interning in an NGO or human rights context; basic understanding of the Kenyan human rights landscape

What you'll do

• Assist in generating an impact report of the Equality & Anti-Discrimination work during the internship period
• Implement and report on assigned activities including #HumanIsMyID Alliance work
• Curate advocacy messages on security accountability and against discrimination in Kenya and liaise with the Communications team
• Support the generation of knowledge products highlighting discrimination and violations in Kenya with recommendations for reform
• Provide logistical and administrative support for program-related activities
• Represent the organisation in assigned partner meetings
• Act as a liaison between community members and Amnesty International Kenya

How to apply

• Submit all applications before or on August 05, 2026, by 2359 hours (EAT)
• Amnesty International Kenya does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process
• Amnesty International Kenya does not share your application or information with third parties without your consent

Good to know

• The internship reports to the Equality & Anti-Discrimination Manager
• Start date: September 2026
• Values of integrity, inclusion, courageous solidarity, and innovative creativity are expected