M-PESA Africa (MPA) is Offering an MPA Accelerate 360 Internship Program – Apply.
About
At M-PESA Africa (MPA), we believe professional growth should be rapid, well-rounded, and impactful. That’s the vision behind our Accelerate 360 Internship Program. Designed for ambitious young professionals, this six-month internship offers both the momentum to accelerate your career and 360-degree exposure to the inner workings of a purpose-driven, tech-led organization.
From the first day, interns are embedded in real teams solving real challenges. You’ll contribute to impactful projects, learn continuously, and stretch your abilities across technical, professional, and personal dimensions.
What You’ll Gain
Accelerate 360 is more than just an internship—it’s a transformative experience. Here’s what sets it apart:
- Hands-on Work: Get involved in meaningful projects that challenge your skills and sharpen your capabilities.
- Learning & Development: Participate in structured sessions designed to build your professional confidence and craft.
- Industry Exposure: Explore various paths within the technology and fintech sectors. Discover where your passions and strengths align.
- Continental Collaboration: Collaborate with teams from across Africa and be part of something bigger.
- Alumni Network: After completing the program, you’ll join the MPA Accelerator Alumni Community, keeping you connected and supported in your career journey.
Once you complete the program, you’ll be part of our talent pipeline and may be considered for future roles. You’ll walk away with a sharper skillset, greater clarity in your career goals, and a strong professional network.
Internship Streams – Teams Hiring Interns
Choose your path from a variety of exciting domains:
- Project Administration: Learn the full lifecycle of technical project management. Build skills in coordination, documentation, and reporting.
- UI/UX Design: Work on real design features for One App across African markets. Learn about the complete product development journey—from research to launch.
- Risk & Compliance: Understand enterprise-level risk and compliance frameworks. Contribute to data privacy projects and strategic compliance planning.
- Strategy & Partnerships: Assist in strategic planning, competitor analysis, and business modeling. Strengthen your skills in project management and decision-making.
- Legal & Regulatory Affairs: Gain exposure to legal processes, contract negotiation, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance using advanced tools.
- Service Operations – Observability Engineer: Analyze service logs, identify operational gaps, and apply automation and data science to improve performance.
- Value Management Office: Build real-time dashboards and ensure data quality across departments. Develop hands-on reporting skills.
- Supply Chain Management – Operations: Contribute to improving compliance and operational efficiency in supply chain processes.
- Human Resources: Experience all facets of HR—talent acquisition, employer branding, learning and development, business partnering, and employee engagement.
Internship Benefits
This internship is based in Kenya and runs for six months. It offers a compelling range of benefits:
- Monthly Stipend: To support your living expenses during the internship.
- Professional Coaching: Gain insights from MPA leaders through coaching and mentorship.
- Learning Access: Enjoy access to learning platforms and curated courses to support your growth.
- CSR Engagement: Participate in a Corporate Social Responsibility project and contribute to a cause that resonates with your values.
- Career Boost: Leave the program with in-demand skills, tangible experience, and strong industry exposure.
Who Can Apply
We welcome diverse talent from all academic backgrounds. Whether your passion lies in technology, operations, business, design, law, or HR, we want you to bring your unique perspective to our team. The ideal candidate:
- Is between 21 and 26 years old
- Has completed undergraduate coursework (awaiting graduation or graduated in the last year)
- Is not currently in full-time employment
- Is available for six continuous months
The Selection Process
- Application Review: Initial screening to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria.
- Technical Assessments: A short evaluation to understand your core skills.
- Video Interview: Share your story, background, and interests in a virtual setting.
- Group Interviews: Showcase teamwork, critical thinking, and communication.
- Final Confirmation: If successful, you’ll receive an offer and be onboarded for the internship.
Apply now and be part of a program that’s designed to unlock your potential and shape your future in Africa’s leading fintech.
Location: Safaricom Care Centre, Waiyaki Way, Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 26 May 2025
Job ID: 726
Schedule: Full-time
Duration: 6 Months
To learn more and apply, visit the Safaricom Careers Portal.
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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the hiring company. For any inquiries, please contact the hiring organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, 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.
