AGRA is an alliance led by Africans with roots in farming communities across the continent. We understand that African farmers need uniquely African solutions designed to meet their specific environmental and agricultural needs so they can sustainably boost production and gain access to rapidly growing agriculture markets.

Role Summary

Reporting to the Senior ICT Officer, the ICT Intern will gain valuable hands‑on experience in Information Technology within a dynamic NGO environment. The internship is designed to provide exposure to core ICT functions, including user support, systems administration, network monitoring, systems and data management, and ICT security operations. The intern will work closely with the ICT team to assist in daily operations, contribute to ongoing projects, and support the organization’s mission by ensuring smooth, secure, and reliable ICT services.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide helpdesk assistance to staff on standard software and hardware issues.
• Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware and software.
• Support network troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Follow up on ICT equipment repairs and maintenance.
• Provide ICT support during meetings, events, and field activities.
• Support ICT Security Operations, including monitoring threats, enforcing security policies, assisting with audits, and ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
• Document and escalate unresolved issues to senior ICT staff.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the ICT supervisor

Required Academic and Professional Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Unix and Windows-based applications and basic networking concepts.
• Experience in networking, PC maintenance, MS Windows server, MS Active Directory, desktop operating systems, Cisco routing, switching, and voice technologies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment.
• Commitment to AGRA’s mission and core values.

• Provide helpdesk assistance to staff on standard software and hardware issues.
• Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware and software.
• Support network troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Follow up on ICT equipment repairs and maintenance.
• Provide ICT support during meetings, events, and field activities.
• Support ICT Security Operations, including monitoring threats, enforcing security policies, assisting with audits, and ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
• Document and escalate unresolved issues to senior ICT staff.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the ICT supervisor

• Familiarity with Unix and Windows-based applications and basic networking concepts.
• Experience in networking, PC maintenance, MS Windows server, MS Active Directory, desktop operating systems, Cisco routing, switching, and voice technologies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment.

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Unix and Windows-based applications and basic networking concepts.
• Experience in networking, PC maintenance, MS Windows server, MS Active Directory, desktop operating systems, Cisco routing, switching, and voice technologies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment.
• Commitment to AGRA’s mission and core values.