Country: United States of America
Closing date: 18 Jan 2018
The unpaid Intern is an entry level position designed to provide graduate and undergraduate student with an insider’s view of the realm of international development at IFES. Students who participate in this program will develop essential skills that are not attained in the academic world and enable them to make the transition from academic to professional life. As a junior member of the team, the unpaid Intern willprovide logistical and administrative support to projects for a Program Development and Innovation(PDI)Job Responsibilities:
The general duties of an intern include, but are not limited to:
Conducting research
Providing logistical and administrative support on assigned countries/projects
Assisting in the preparation of weekly home office reports, website updates, and other reports as necessary
Attending and reporting on internal and external meetings and other discussions about assigned projects
Assisting with program development in conjunction with the needs of the project and the intern’s skills
Support gender business development efforts
Attend and report on internal and external meetings related to gender issues
Compiling daily research from academic journals and print media
Other duties as assigned by division and supervisor
POSITION SCOPE:
Provides the support necessary for the team to achieve its goals. Job duties are fairly straight forward and require following common procedures and guidelines. Can manage own workload, time and priorities with close guidance from supervisor so as to facilitate a learning environment per internship guidelines.
DECISION MAKING/PROBLEM SOLVING:
Has the knowledge and skills to identify solutions to routine problems. Produces useful ideas or explanations for circumstances, but may need guidance or approval on execution for results.
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:None. Can assist in or have exposure to preparing routine financial reports and processing routine transaction in compliance with IFES policies and procedures.
RELATIONSHIPS:** Maintains collaborative working relationship with team members and other staff within the Division.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:** None Qualifications:
Education:
Undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled at an accredited college/university, or recently graduated no more than a year at time of application
Experience: None. Relevant experience, familiarity, or interest in international development or related field preferred. Previous internship(s) experience with an international NGO a plus**Related Skills or Knowledge:**
Excellent research and communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word. Introductory experience in or familiarity with international development, political science and gender and politics.
Detailed oriented and organized. Ability to prioritize, take direction, and handle varied tasks within deadlines. Strong communicator, both verbally and in writing. Collaborative, team oriented individual**LANGUAGE SKILLS:**
English required.
TRAVEL:
Travel may be required, up to 10%
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:**
Standard office work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
How to apply:
To Apply:
You must go to www.ifes.org to the Careers section and apply online. Applications are only accepted in this way. Make sure you upload all papers together (ie. cover letter and application, etc.). Resumes are only reviewed and accepted if submitted through our careers page.