Intern to Assist Program Department


Position Title: Program Intern

Location: Dushanbe, Khujand, Khorog -Tajikistan

Duration: 6 months

Application Deadline: November 9, 2025


About Accelerate Prosperity

Accelerate Prosperity (AP) is a regional initiative of the Aga Khan Development

Network (AKDN), operating in Central and South Asia. AP aims to unlock the

entrepreneurial potential of underserved regions by fostering inclusive economic

growth. We support early-stage and growing businesses through access to

customized business advisory services, patient capital, and investment facilitation.

Our services include lean startup incubation, expert mentorship, investment

readiness support, and access to angel and venture capital networks.


About the Internship

Accelerate Prosperity Tajikistan is announcing an internship opportunity for three

Program Interns to join our offices in Dushanbe, Khorog, and Khujand. Applicants

are encouraged to apply for the location where they currently reside or are available

to work. One intern will be selected for each office.

The Program Intern will support the implementation of entrepreneurial programs and

initiatives of Accelerate Prosperity. This internship offers an opportunity to gain

hands-on experience in program operations, project management, and

entrepreneurship support. The intern will work closely with the Program team,

assisting in the organization of incubation and acceleration programs, maintaining

databases, communicating with entrepreneurs, and supporting the preparation of

events and trainings.

This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals who wish to develop

professional skills in program management, project coordination, and contribute to a

mission-driven organization.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide support in organizing and coordinating program activities (trainings, events, bootcamps and incubation & acceleration programs).
  • Collect, organize, and update information about participants, activities, and project progress.
  • Assist in preparing presentations, reports, surveys, and other working documents.
  • Support communication with program participants, mentors, experts, and partners.
  • Assist the team in collecting and analyzing data for program monitoring and evaluation.
  • Perform other tasks assigned by the Program team related to ongoing program activities.

Eligibility Criteria

  • A bachelor’s degree in management, entrepreneurship, social sciences, or related discipline.
  • Strong interest in entrepreneurship, innovation, and private sector development.
  • Good organizational and communication skills.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Attention to detail, initiative, responsibility, and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Working knowledge of Tajik, Russian, and English
  • Availability to work full-time for the entire 6-month internship period.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV (max. 2 pages) and Cover letter via

email with the subject line “Program Intern for ……...” clearly indicating the location

they are applying for (Dushanbe, Khorog, or Khujand). Please send your

application to: hr@accelerateprosperity.org with a copy to

info@accelerateprosperity.org