Tuesday 30 July 2013

International Crisis Group's- Internship

Major responsibilities:


The position involves assisting Crisis Group's Central Africa Project Director in his work including carrying out desk research on core conflict issues in the Central Africa region, editing reports and briefings on conflict issues, preparing advocacy and research materials, composing weekly situation reports and carrying out daily press reviews, administrative work, including arranging for meetings and database management and aiding other staff of Crisis Group in their work. The job requires flexibility, intelligence and hard work, but offers an excellent opportunity for someone to learn about conflict analysis and advocacy work and gain valuable experience in a high profile international NGO.

Minimum requirements:
  • A recent graduate degree in political science, conflict studies, international relations, or similar;
  • Excellent English and French writing and editing skills;
  • Computer literacy;
  • An ability to deal confidently and swiftly with a variety of demanding tasks;
  • Proven research skills in international relations or a similar subject, conflict analysis or human rights work;
  • Proven interest in and knowledge of the Central Africa region; and
  • Fluency in French.
How to apply:
Applicants will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, and must be available to work full time for six months. This is an unpaid internship. Unfortunately, we do not cover visa, travel, accommodation, living and medical costs.

If you wish to apply, please send: Internship application letter (please indicate proposed internship start and end date); Recent CV, please include two references; Two 5-10 page writing samples relating to political analysis of the Central Africa region. A three page essay on what your contribution to Crisis Group during your internship would be; and Transcripts of your Master’s coursework with grades. To submit your application, send all materials, In English, to: nairobi@crisisgroup.org

Due to the volume of intern applications we receive, we ask that you do not make follow-up calls or emails concerning the status of your application.

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