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NGO Internship 2026: MEL Intern at The Hunger Project Ethiopia (THP-E)

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NGO Internship 2026: MEL Intern at The Hunger Project Ethiopia (THP-E)

Are you a recent graduate or current student in Data Science, Statistics, or Information Systems looking to break into the international development sector?

The Hunger Project Ethiopia (THP-E) is offering a highly practical, 6-month Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Internship in Addis Ababa. This is a rare opportunity to gain hands-on experience with SQL databases, mobile data collection platforms, and data visualization tools while contributing to the sustainable end of world hunger.

Read on to learn more about the learning objectives, the specific data management responsibilities, and how to submit your application before the August 10 deadline!

🌍 About The Hunger Project (THP)

The Hunger Project is a global, non-profit, strategic organization committed to the sustainable end of world hunger. THP pioneers sustainable strategies for gender-focused and Integrated Community Led Development.

Operating in the rural areas of Ethiopia since 2004, THP-E works alongside communities to create and achieve locally owned visions and goals, ensuring that every woman, man, and child can lead a healthy, fulfilling life of self-reliance and dignity.

📌 Quick Snapshot: Internship Details

  • Job Title: MEL Intern (Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning)
  • Hiring Organization: The Hunger Project Ethiopia (THP-E)
  • Duration: 6 Months
  • Location: Addis Ababa (with potential field visits)
  • Required Number: 1 (One)
  • Application Deadline: August 10, 2026

💼 Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

As a MEL Intern, you will receive intensive hands-on experience in data management, quality assurance, and reporting. Your daily tasks will be divided as follows:

  • Database Maintenance & Data Entry (40%): Maintain centralized project databases (SQL). Clean and process JSON data exports from mobile platforms. Verify historical indicator trends.
  • Mobile Data Collection & Form Configuration (20%): Program mobile survey forms using XLS Form scripting for KoboToolbox/ODK. Troubleshoot form validation errors and deployment bugs.
  • Data Quality Assurance & Cleaning (20%): Perform routine data audits to eliminate duplicates, outliers, and missing indicators. Maintain clear database metadata and data dictionaries.
  • Reporting & Visualization (15%): Run database queries to compile progress reports. Support automated data pipelines feeding into Power BI, Tableau, or Looker Studio.
  • Administrative Support (5%): Digitize and archive MEL documents to ensure proper record management in accordance with retention policies.

🎓 Qualifications & Preferred Skills

This is a technical internship designed for data-driven individuals. Candidates must meet the following criteria:

Essential Requirements:

  • Education: Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in MEAL, Information Systems, Computer Science, Statistics, or Data Science.
  • Software Proficiency: Strict proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
  • Reference: Must provide a formal letter of recommendation from a university attesting to your personal integrity, reliability, and sense of responsibility.

Highly Desired Advantages:

  • Ability to understand SQL fundamentals (designing basic tables, defining keys, and writing queries).
  • Basic understanding of mobile data collection platforms (KoboToolbox, ODK, CommCare).
  • Familiarity with data analysis (SPSS, Stata/R) and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
  • Knowledge of NoSQL databases and cloud repositories (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, BigQuery, Snowflake).

🎁 Internship Benefits & Conditions

This internship is designed to be a mutually beneficial learning experience.

What THP-E Provides:

  • A dedicated working station and all required office supplies.
  • A regular Transport Allowance.
  • Full Per Diem, lodging, and transportation coverage during any required field visits.
  • An official professional recommendation letter and certificate upon successful completion.

What the Intern Covers:

  • Daily transport to and from the main office.
  • Personal medical expenses and any required health insurance coverage.