Business Development & Research Intern - Nairobi based

This is an internship of up to 6 months, expected to start late August 2026. Candidates must be based in Nairobi and have access to a home office setup that supports full-time remote work. We are seeking a Business Development & Research Intern to join our growing bid response and business development team. Working closely with BwB's senior leaders and business development specialists, you will play a key role in supporting the development and delivery of our BD strategy, helping identify and advance new partnership and funding opportunities. This is a dynamic role spanning bid research, client engagement support, proposal development, and market analysis. Responsibilities Design and scope new sustainable finance proposals and bid responses across clean energy, sustainable transport, debt instruments, nature-based solutions, and climate-aligned public finance Research funding opportunities, donor priorities, and institutional landscapes — including government procurement, development finance institutions, and climate finance mechanisms Produce high-quality research memoranda and analytical briefs on funder priorities, sector trends, and partnership opportunities for senior leaders Develop and refine proposal narratives, theories of change, and strategic frameworks for bidding processes Create presentations and supporting materials for partnership discussions and client engagement Manage BD pipelines and track business development activity across geographies and funding windows Manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards and deadlines Skills required Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills Passion for sustainable development and on the role that finance can play Highly motivated with a desire to learn and develop professional competencies Able to work independently ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and satisfy deadlines set Proficient when it comes to managing timelines Team player willing t