UK-based peacebuilding charity seeks interns to become actively involved in programmes, providing meaningful assistance to the organisation as it carries out its mission.
Concordis is a UK registered peacebuilding charity with programmes in Central African Republic, Mauritania, Sudan and South Sudan, plus some new work in the pipeline.
We work alongside those involved in or affected by armed conflict, helping them find workable solutions that address the root causes of conflict and contribute to lasting peace and economic development. We’re committed to finding solutions that benefit women as well as men, those in armed groups as well as those who chose not to take up arms, national governments as well as civil society.
Concordis welcomes applications from potential interns who have either:
- Professional level French and English (plus Arabic would be a bonus) with a relevant masters degree in international relations, development studies, conflict analysis or similar; or
- Proven experience in communications or fundraising
Position: Programme Intern
Location: From home
Duration: 6 months, minimum three days per week. Flexible working hours available
Remuneration: Volunteer; there is no salary or stipend, but Concordis will reimburse reasonable expenses including a small daily lunch allowance of £5/day.
Training: Concordis will ensure interns receive a high level of relevant experience, including training from senior members of staff
Closing date: 31 August 2022
**Start date:**Monday 5 September 2022.
Reporting to: Director of Operations and Chief Executive
Overview: The principal areas of work in which interns are involved are research, conflict analysis, media reviews, organisation of dialogue events, website maintenance, communications, fundraising and project evaluation.
Concordis seeks to build relationships of trust and respect, considering this the key to successful intervention in peace processes. The work of all members of the Concordis team is required to conform to and advance such an approach.
Applications: By CV and covering letter to hr@concordis.international
In your covering letter, please explain:
- Why you would like to work with Concordis International;
- How your skills and experience will be of assistance during the internship;
- Your proficiency in French;
- Your experience and track record in fundraising and/or communications;
- How you hope to see your career develop in the future;
· When you will be available to start the internship and your availability full or part time;
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Your internship role within Concordis will depend on your background experience and interests. As a team, we rely on each member to contribute their skills to our work, and we’re particularly looking for interns to work on programmatic peacebuilding work, fundraising and communications.
You may be asked to carry out research and analysis into countries in which we are active, in accordance with our research methodology. Your role may include assisting with the development of project proposals, monitoring international news outlets and researching potential new project areas.
You may also be required to give practical, logistical and administrative support to the peacebuilding programme allocated to you, including liaising with project partners, maintaining a database of project partners and stakeholders, researching costs of accommodation, catering and travel, organising attendance of participants, preparing welcome packs and preparing and disseminating reports.
You may be asked to assist with fundraising, including researching sources of funding, drafting applications for funding and assisting at fundraising events (including carrying out tasks similar to those involved in arranging consultations).
You will assist with Concordis’ communications strategy by researching and writing news stories, co-managing social media content, assisting with print publications and proof-reading reports. Additionally, you may be required to attend external meetings, seminars and conferences, contribute to website and social media content.
The internships are designed to give you concrete experience in programme management, research, communications and fundraising within the international development sector. The role is varied, and will require you to work with our small UK team and with other interns in London.
How to apply
Applications: By CV and covering letter to hr@concordis.international
In your covering letter, please explain:
- Why you would like to work with Concordis International;
- How your skills and experience will be of assistance during the internship;
- Your proficiency in French;
- Your experience and track record in fundraising and/or communications;
- How you hope to see your career develop in the future;
· When you will be available to start the internship and your availability full or part time;