Call for Applications: Dev-Afrique Development Advisors People Operations Fellowship

Dev-Afrique Development Advisors is inviting applications for its People Operations Fellowship, a six-month hybrid opportunity designed for individuals interested in working at the intersection of consulting, people management, and social impact. This fellowship offers hands-on exposure to human resources and operations within a fast-growing, African-led development advisory organization.

The fellowship is ideal for early- to mid-career professionals seeking to build practical experience in people operations, human capital development, and organizational effectiveness while contributing to impactful development work across Africa.

About Dev-Afrique Development Advisors

Dev-Afrique Development Advisors is an African-led and Africa-based social-impact organization composed of strategy, policy, and development professionals committed to solving complex challenges on the African continent. Through partnerships with DevGlobal and strong networks across multiple African countries, Dev-Afrique delivers high-level advisory services, develops context-specific strategies, and supports local implementation for global non-profit organizations, development partners, and private sector actors operating in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Dev-Afrique’s long-term vision is to become the leading catalyst for sustainable development in Africa, recognized for excellence, integrity, and innovation in building inclusive and resilient systems that improve lives.

Fellowship Overview

The People Operations Fellowship is a six-month professional engagement that provides practical experience within Dev-Afrique’s human resources and operations functions. The Fellow will work closely with the People Operations and Management teams to support the organization’s internal systems, policies, and people-focused initiatives.

The role combines strategic exposure and operational support, allowing the Fellow to contribute meaningfully to workforce development, employee experience, and organizational culture while learning how people operations function within a consulting and development advisory environment.

This fellowship is offered in a hybrid work format, enabling flexibility while maintaining close collaboration with Dev-Afrique’s Nigeria-based and regional teams.

Key Responsibilities

The People Operations Fellow will support a wide range of HR and operational activities, including but not limited to:

• Supporting recruitment and talent management processes across the organization
• Coordinating talent development and learning initiatives to enhance employee competencies
• Assisting in the implementation of the employee file audit framework
• Supporting performance management and employee engagement processes
• Coordinating employee welfare and wellbeing-related matters
• Assisting with compensation, benefits, and HR administration tasks
• Working closely with line managers to support the implementation of HR policies and procedures
• Supporting compliance with internal policies, HR standards, and ethical guidelines
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of people operations systems and processes

The Fellow will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and gain exposure to organizational decision-making processes that support effective people management.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Dev-Afrique is seeking candidates who demonstrate strong organizational skills, professionalism, and a genuine interest in people operations and social impact. The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Good understanding of HR regulations, practices, and procedures across sectors
• Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Ability to work accurately and deliver high-quality outputs in a fast-paced environment
• Strong time management and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in office productivity tools such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software
• High level of initiative, professionalism, ethics, and discretion
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams

Work Arrangement and Duration

• Fellowship Duration: Six months
• Work Mode: Hybrid
• Location: Nigeria
• Engagement Type: Fellowship (non-permanent role)

The fellowship provides structured learning opportunities while allowing the Fellow to contribute actively to Dev-Afrique’s internal operations and organizational growth.

What the Fellowship Offers

While this is a fellowship role, participants will gain valuable professional and career development benefits, including:

• Practical experience in people operations within a development advisory organization
• Exposure to HR processes in a consulting and impact-driven environment
• Opportunities to build skills in talent management, employee relations, and organizational development
• Mentorship and collaboration with experienced development and operations professionals
• Insight into how human capital supports strategy delivery and impact at scale

Application Process

Interested candidates are required to submit the following:

• A completed application form
• A cover letter outlining interest in the fellowship and relevant experience
• A current CV or résumé in PDF format

Applicants must consent to data storage and handling in line with Dev-Afrique’s data protection policies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Dev-Afrique’s Regional Presence

Dev-Afrique operates across several African countries, including:

• Nigeria (Headquarters)
• Democratic Republic of Congo
• Ethiopia
• Ghana
• Kenya
• Rwanda
• Zambia
• Sierra Leone
• Burkina Faso

This strong regional footprint enables Dev-Afrique to deliver locally grounded, context-driven development solutions across the continent.

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Disclaimer: Remote Job Opportunities (RJO) is not the organization offering the fellowship. For any inquiries, please contact the responsible organization directly. Please do not send your applications to RJO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.