WWF International expanded its global Youth Engagement Programme for 18–30-
year-olds in 2024. The Programme, which provides volunteering, internships, grassroots
leadership training and virtual mentorship opportunities, aims to inspire a new generation
of environmental advocates and leaders, especially young women, in their countries and
communities to actively contribute to youth and community-led conservation and help drive
positive change.
INTERNSHIP ADVERT
Position Type: Internship
Position Title: Wildlife and Conservation Intern
Reports to: Project Manager
Supervises: N/A
Location: Kasese WWF Field Office
Duration:
Eligibility:
12 months
Nationals (18-30 Age)
Start Date: October 2025
Remuneration Paid internship
WWF is an independent conservation organisation, striving to sustain the natural world for
the benefit of people and wildlife. From individuals and communities to business and
government, we are part of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to set nature on the
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WWF’s mission is to stop the degradation of the planet’s natural environment and to build
a future in which humans live in harmony with nature by conserving the world’s biological
diversity, ensuring that the use of renewable natural resources is sustainable, and
promoting the reduction of pollution and wasteful consumption.
The intern will assist in the implementation of conservation projects and contribute to WWF
Uganda’s work of protecting the country’s rich natural resources. S/he will have practical
experience in biodiversity conservation, sustainable resource management, and community
engagement and inclusion in conservation. The intern will be responsible for assisting the
conservation teams in the implementation of innovative and dynamic environmental
awareness and outreach activities in supporting the management and execution of
conservation activities.
path to recovery by 2030. Together, we seek to protect and restore natural habitats, stop the
mass extinction of wildlife, and make the way we produce and consume sustainable
1. MISSION OF THE DEPARTMENT
2. MAJOR FUNCTIONS
3. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
● Provide support to the wildlife teams in planning for conservation initiatives.
● Assist the wildlife teams in supervising and managing sustainable natural resources in
the specific wildlife protected areas.
● Work with the conservation teams in ideation and implementation of youth engagement
initiatives.
● Provide support to the conservation team in the management and mentoring of
environmental groups.
● In collaboration with communication personnel liaise with Community and document
the impacts related to livelihood investments done within respective landscape
● Provide support in activity report writing and provide data inputs to WWF technical
progress reports
● Perform other activities relating to conservation as defined by WWF Uganda Country
Office and supervisor
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● A Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Management, Natural resources management,
Forestry, Environmental Science, Tourism, or any related courses.
● Good computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft office applications.
● Willingness and ability to frequently travel within the project area.
● Ability to socialise and participate in community activities.
● Excellent oral and written communication skills.
● Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
● Demonstrates ability and willingness to work in a diverse, multicultural, and
intergenerational environment.
● Ability to plan, organize and coordinate workload.
● Fluency in Runyakitara is an added advantage.
● Identifies and aligns with the core values of the WWF organisation: Courage, Integrity,
Respect & Collaboration
● You will work closely with the WWF Uganda staff, both in the operational and technical
teams.
4. PROFILE
Required Qualifications.
Required Skills and Competencies.
5. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Internal.
● Maintain a good image of the organization to ensure that WWF remains among the
most respected in the country and beyond
● Produce performance reports quarterly and at the end of the internship period for
assessment.
● Travel with project staff for field assignments in areas where WWF Uganda has
projects.
You will interact with relevant Implementing Partners, Communities and Government
officials under specific assignments as advised by your supervisor.
External.
HOW TO APPLY:
Fill in the online application form- link below
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZyqnHJq1hmLoBYP3HUs1K6xut606xza3/edit?usp=s
haring&ouid=104517106495533248969&rtpof=true&sd=true and submit with the following
documents in one PDF file to recruitment@wwfuganda.org.
● Motivation letter – [Your motivation to apply for this position – max word limit 500 words]
● Updated CV
● Details of two references [Professional and Personal – Share details: Name,
Designation, Organization, Email address, Contact details (mobile and/or landline
number), Relationship to the referee]
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 1st August 2025
LOCATION: Kasese, Uganda [Only nationals can apply for this position]
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection
process. Selected applicants may have to follow a medical check up before the start of the
assignment.
WWF is an equal-opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to
diversity and inclusion. We encourage candidates of all cultures, genders, abilities
and experiences to apply
We are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment experience for everyone. If you need
assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to the recruitment and selection
process, please let us know at any point during the recruitment process. We are
particularly keen to hear from female candidates and people living with a
disability who are often underrepresented in conservation.
WWF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with our values, including
sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.
WWF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all candidates. All selected
candidates will, therefore, undergo reference and background checks, and will be expected
to adhere to our values, code of conduct, network protocols, policies and safeguards.
For more details on our values, Courage, Integrity, Respect and Collaboration, log on
to the link mentioned below:
https://wwf.panda.org/discover/about_wwf/our_values/