Country: United States of America
Closing date: 07 Apr 2017
Location: Virginia
Division: Program Management
Status: Internship
Position Number: 17:062
Project Description:
The Paid 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 Paid Intern will provide logistical and administrative support to projects for the Europe and Eurasia programs team, mainly focusing on Eastern Europe and the Balkans.
Responsibilities:
The general duties of the Europe and Eurasia Intern will include, but will not be limited to:
- Conducting research, including from academic journals and print media;
- Providing logistical and administrative support on assigned countries/projects;
- Assisting with program development in conjunction with the needs of the project and the intern’s skills;
- Assisting the programs teams editing/writing of reports, press releases, website updates and briefing materials;
- Helping prepare financial forms and draft agreements as needed;
- Attending and report on internal and external meetings and other discussions about assigned projects;
- Performing other related duties as assigned.
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: 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. Degree in international affairs, political science, or a related field is preferred
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 Office. Familiarity with political, economic, and social issues in Eastern Europe and the Balkans. Demonstrated knowledge and interested in electoral and democracy issues. Introductory experience in or familiarity with program development or management, NGOs, and/or USAID a plus. Familiarity with web-based applications a plus. Detail 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. Proficiency in another language a plus.
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:
You must go to http://www.ifes.org to the Careers section and apply online. Applications are only accepted in this way. Make sure you upload all papers together (e.g. resume, cover letter, application, etc). Resumes will only be reviewed and accepted for consideration if submitted through our Careers page.