About Trust Consultancy and Development
Trust Consultancy and Development is an independent research and third-party monitoring and evaluation (M&E) firm based in Gaziantep, Turkey, with sister companies in Pakistan and Iraq. We provide high-quality research, data collection, and analysis for NGOs and donors across the MENA region and beyond. Our clients include UNICEF, UNFPA, OCHA, Save the Children, NRC, World Vision, USAID/BHA, ECHO, and others. Active in Syria, Turkey, Iraq, Yemen, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, we bring a unique perspective through our extensive field networks. Learn more:
https://trustconsultancy.org https://www.linkedin.com/company/trust.inc/
About the Internship Position
Trust offers internship positions as Junior Officers (JOs) in various teams throughout the internship duration.
- 4–6 months, remote, full-time (40 hours/week)
- Unpaid internship
- Exposure to different phases of third-party monitoring projects
- If travel is required, Trust will cover related logistics expenses
Tasks and Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
- Scoping new opportunities/searching for ToRs and tenders
- Analyzing ToRs/tenders
- Communicating with external partners and consultants
- Identifying external consultants and partners
- Supporting proposal writing (research, monitoring, and evaluation)
Interns may also contribute to TPM & M&E projects by supporting:
- Literature and desk review
- Inception reports
- Data collection tool design
- Quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Report writing
- Remote data collection
- Data/report visualization
- Other tasks (media, digital marketing, webinars, training materials, etc.)
Candidate Profile and Qualifications
- Interest in the humanitarian/development sector
- Currently studying or holding a degree (Master’s is an asset)
- Fluent in English (Arabic, Turkish, Kurdish are assets)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working with diverse, international teams
Additional assets: knowledge of the Middle East, familiarity with NGOs/donors, and data collection/analysis experience
How to apply
Applicants must submit:
- CV (max 2 pages)
- Cover Letter (1–2 pages) clearly addressing specific points (see below)
- Writing sample (essay, thesis, report, publication, or proposal)
- Email applications to join-trust@trustconsultancy.org with subject line: Internship_FirstName_LastName (e.g., Internship_Maya_Mousa).
The Cover Letter must address the following points:
- Education background (degrees and specialization)
- Relevant experience (humanitarian/development sector, M&E)
- Motivation to join Trust
- Expectations for the internship
- Added value: what you bring to Trust
- Sectors of interest (health, education, shelter, protection, food security, livelihoods, etc.)
- Themes of interest (CVA, gender, displacement, human rights, localization, sustainability, etc.)
- Country of stay during internship
- Whether the internship is mandatory for university/program requirements
- Other skills (if available) (media, marketing, HR, training, etc.)
- Confirmation that the internship is remote, unpaid, and full-time (40 hrs/week)
- Confirmation of time zone compatibility (within 2–3 hours of Turkey time)
Application deadline: 31 August 2025. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis before the deadline.
Trust will confirm receipt of applications. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a Zoom interview.
This internship is not for individuals who are already qualified or have years of experience in the humanitarian sector. It is specifically designed for those who would like to gain practical experience.
If you are currently applying for full-time jobs, please do not apply for this internship.