We have a late-season opportunity to join our team as a summer associate intern at Instiglio this summer! This program is designed for students enrolled in postgraduate specialization and master's degree programs who, together with their academic institutions, seek to gain hands-on work experience and professional exposure in a real-world public policy and development environment. Based in Bogotá or Rabat, you will be anchored to a project team and gain practical experience supporting the design and implementation of Results-Based Financing (RBF) instruments, contributing to work that ties public and philanthropic resources to measurable outcomes for vulnerable communities. Please note that Instiglio does not provide a stipend for this position — we welcome candidates whose universities sponsor or fund their internship placement as part of an academic practicum or work-study requirement. We are growing a team of resourceful go-getters driven by our mission, curious about the world, and dedicated to a life of learning. An ideal candidate will have

Tasks may include: 

• Supporting the development of research, analysis, presentations and client engagements on diverse topics.
• Supporting the creation of proposals and client deliverables, articulating technical concepts in an eloquent and accessible manner.  
• Aiding the design of technical components of RBF instruments, with a command of all dimensions of RBF, including economic concepts.
• Managing project budgets and contracts with clients and subcontractors, anticipating issues and proactively addressing them. 
• Planning, delegating and overseeing tasks to achieve the most effective results within the team.
• Proposing, structuring, and overseeing data analyses to draw actionable insights/hypotheses.
• Preparing and delivering clear and effective presentations to stakeholders in the public and private sectors. 

Who you are   

This program is designed for students enrolled in postgraduate specialization and master’s degree programs who, together with their academic institutions, seek to gain hands-on work experience and professional exposure in a real-world public policy and development environment.We are growing a team of resourceful go-getters that are driven by our mission, curious about the world, and dedicated to a life of learning. An ideal candidate will have: 

Required Qualifications 

• Education:  

• • Full-time graduate student pursuing a master's degree in economics, public policy, public administration, political science, business, or related fields with an expected graduation date in 2026 - 2027. 
  • Bachelor's degree in economics, statistics, social sciences, business, engineering, or related areas. 

• Experience:  

• • At least 3 years’ relevant work experience in international development, strategy/management consulting and/or in the public sector.  

• Language skills:  

• • Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English for all applicants.
  • Desirable to also have working proficiency in Spanish, French, or Arabic depending on interest to work in Rabat offices. 

• Skills:  

• • Ability to synthesize technical information into simple concepts and analyze information critically.
  • Ability to present information in a structured, insightful manner, both in written and oral.
  • Exceptional problem-solving and structured thinking skills.
  • Working proficiency of the most common analytical principals (e.g., MECE) to give structure to the analysis.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite applications (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint).
  • High organizational skills and attention to detail.  
  • A team player attitude and enthusiasm for relational work with clients.
  • Passion for social work and the mission of Instiglio.  

How you can grow with us 

Joining Instiglio through our three-month Summer Associate Program is one of the pathways to full-time employment as an Associate. This will be a great opportunity to better understand what it would be like living the Instiglio mission. Summer Associates who successfully complete the program may be considered for full-time positions (if available) after graduation. 

In addition, this opportunity will enable you to accelerate your career in international development, and public service, playing a critical role in shaping and delivering impactful projects with leading development actors. At Instiglio, you will develop a variety of skills and support projects, with the guidance of more experienced senior staff. Instiglio has a strong feedback culture, with all staff receiving formal, structured reviews, in addition to real-time feedback. Additionally, a mentorship system and development plans are in place to ensure that staff receive proper support in their professional development.   

How to apply 

Please apply by submitting your CV (in English). The deadline for receiving applications is May 22, 2026. We will review applications on a rolling basis. Only candidates selected for the next steps will be contacted. 

Additional information to applicants:

This is currently a remote position, as it is unpaid, and successful candidates will support one of the following teams: 

• Global projects team  
• Francophone team 

Please note that we are not actively recruiting for this role at the moment. However, if you choose to submit your application, your profile will be included in our pipeline for this position should an opening arise. If your profile aligns well with the requirements once a vacancy becomes available, we will reach out to you directly.

How you will make an impact 

Managers and Senior Associates at Instiglio are a core part of project teams, overseeing most aspects of project execution and team management in close collaboration with Project Leads. You will gain expertise in results-based approaches and deepen your consultancy skills, translating complex concepts into easy-to-understand insights. You will advise clients on difficult, yet important, adaptations of their practices and lead teammates to deliver impactful projects that enhance development outcomes across Africa and the MENA Region. You will also play a leading role in growing the Rabat office, from recruitment and capacity building to nurturing stakeholder relationships with both the donor community and government partners that lead to project growth. Managers will also be asked to make wider contributions to Instiglio’s global management and strategy as an integral part of the management team. 

Some of your tasks will include: 

• Senior Associates are likely to act as project managers of 1-3 project workstreams (reporting to a Manager) or stand-alone projects (reporting to a Lead), while Managers are likely to oversee 3+ stand-alone projects at any given time.
• Leading and overseeing the development of technical components of RBF instruments and data-driven performance management systems.  
• Leading the creation of proposals and client deliverables, articulating technical concepts in an eloquent and accessible manner.  
• Managing project budgets and contracts with clients and subcontractors, anticipating issues, and proactively addressing them.  
• Planning, delegating and overseeing tasks to effectively and efficiently achieve the best results within the team.
• Proposing, structuring, and overseeing data analyses to draw actionable insights/hypotheses.
• Preparing and delivering clear and effective presentations to stakeholders in the public and private sectors.
• Coordinating and motivating project teams and supporting team growth through coaching and mentorship within and outside of projects.
• Actively improving our RBF and Performance Management services and our delivery approaches. 

Who you are  

We are growing a team of resourceful go-getters that are driven by our mission, curious about the world, and dedicated to a life of learning. An ideal candidate will have: 

• Experience: 
  • Senior Associate: At least 6 years of experience, including 4 years of relevant work experience in international development, management/ strategy consulting and/or in the public sector. 
  • Manager: At least 8 years’ experience, including 6 years of relevant work experience in international development, management/ strategy consulting and/or in the public sector. 
  • Demonstrated experience in Results-Based Financing and/or Performance Management is an additional advantage, but is not required. 
  • Experience working with governments and government agencies is highly desirable. 
• Knowledge: 
  • Results-Based Financing mechanisms and/or experience related to the field 
• Education: 
  • Master's degree or equivalent in Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, Public Administration, Business, or related fields. 
• Language skills:  
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English (native/C2) is required.  
  • Professional working proficiency in French. 
  • Arabic is desirable. 
• Skills:  
  • Proven track record in managing complex client projects and interacting with diverse stakeholders. 
  • Experience growing and managing teams in an entrepreneurial atmosphere. 
  • Exceptional strategic thinking, problem solving, and structured thinking. 
  • Ability to develop complex analytical frameworks and have exceptional working proficiency of the most common analytical principles to give structure to the analysis. 
  • Exceptional people skills: Ability to relate well with people from different backgrounds, build trust, and solve problems. 
  • Ability to communicate complex ideas in an eloquent and accessible manner. 

How you can grow with us 

Managers and Senior Associates at Instiglio have a chance to develop a variety of skills, with the guidance of more experienced senior staff. Instiglio has a strong feedback culture, with all staff receiving bi-annual formal, structured reviews, in addition to real-time feedback. Additionally, a mentorship system and development plans are in place to ensure that staff receive proper support in their professional development. 

Working model and benefits 

Placement in the role will be informed by the hiring teams’ assessment of your demonstrable experience vis-a-vis, guidelines stipulated on our competency matrix to perform successfully at Manager or Senior Associate level. 

The selected candidate(s) will be based in our Rabat office and the opportunity is open to individuals with a right to work in Morocco. Instiglio has adopted a hybrid working model i.e., a minimum of two (2) days a week at the office for face-to-face connections. We offer generous benefits, which include personal days, remote workdays, travel and health insurance, a company holiday between Christmas and New Year's in addition to the legal vacation days, and parental leave, among others. 

Join our team ! 

Please apply here, submitting your CV and cover letter (in English). In your cover letter answer the following questions: (1) Why are you a good fit for this role? (2) What is your motivation to apply to Instiglio? We will review applications on a rolling-basis. Only candidates selected for further assessment will be contacted.