About the Organisation:

World Vision Uganda (WVU) is a branch of World Vision International, a leading Christian humanitarian, relief, and development organization founded in 1950, operating in nearly 100 countries. The organization is committed to empowering children, families, and communities to overcome poverty and injustice, guided by Christian values and the mission of ensuring “life in all its fullness for every child.”

World Vision Uganda implements projects across health and nutrition, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), livelihoods and resilience, education, emergency response, and child protection, with active operations in over 54 districts and 54 Area Programs nationwide.

The organization strongly emphasizes child safeguarding, ensuring that all staff and partners uphold the highest ethical and moral standards in protecting children and vulnerable adults.

Learn more: World Vision Careers Portal

Program Description:

The Graduate Internship Program (GRIP) is a one-year professional development initiative designed for recent Ugandan university graduates who are passionate about serving vulnerable communities and gaining hands-on experience in humanitarian and development work.

The FY2026 GRIP cohort offers young professionals an opportunity to work alongside World Vision’s experienced teams from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, across various operational sectors. Interns will contribute directly to ongoing community development efforts while building valuable career skills and spiritual growth through faith-based service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in field-based humanitarian and development initiatives across World Vision Uganda’s sectors.
• Support project teams in implementing community-based interventions in areas such as education, health, livelihoods, and child protection.
• Engage in spiritual and leadership development activities that align with World Vision’s Christian mission and values.
• Learn and apply practical skills in community engagement, reporting, and project monitoring.
• Contribute to strengthening World Vision’s outreach, advocacy, and impact in rural and semi-urban communities.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Citizenship: Must be a Ugandan citizen.
• Education: Must have completed a relevant bachelor’s degree within the last two years, with at least a Second Upper Class from a recognized university.
• Age: 26 years or below.
• Faith & Character: Must be an active Christian, involved in church activities with strong moral and ethical values.
• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership experience and participation in community outreach or mission work.
• Health: Must be in good physical and emotional health, supported by a recent medical examination.
• Preference: Priority will be given to former World Vision child sponsorship beneficiaries or individuals from communities positively impacted by WVU’s work.
• Disclosure: Applicants must declare any conflicts of interest, including relatives working for or affiliated with WVU.

Required Application Documents:

Applicants must compile and upload all documents as a single PDF file, including:

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. Copy of National ID
4. Statement of Faith (maximum 500 words)
5. LC1 Recommendation Letter
6. Reference Letter from Faith Leader
7. Certified Academic Documents

Program Duration:

January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026

Location:

Kampala, Uganda (placements may extend to rural or semi-urban project areas)

Application Deadline:

21st October 2025

How to Apply:

All applications must be submitted online via the APPLY NOW button.