Communications Internship with IRC Belgium

Background

The International Rescue Committee is a leading global humanitarian and post-conflict development organisation, working with people and communities affected by conflicts and natural disasters in more than 40 countries around the world.

International Rescue Committee Belgium asbl-vzw represents the IRC’s global network in Belgium. Established in 2001, IRC Belgium carries out policy and advocacy work, provides technical support to IRC programmes in the field, and raises funds to support those affected by conflict and disaster.

The IRC is looking for a Communications Intern for the Brussels office.

Duration: 6 to 9 months, full-time internship, starting at short notice.

Intern Duties

• Research, writing and proofing for a range of IRC Belgium publications (predominantly online);
• Proofreading and editing translations from English into Dutch and French;
• Liaising with external translators;
• Maintaining the IRC Belgium website, regularly uploading content using Drupal cms;
• Collaborating and liaising with IRC’s Communications Department in London;
• Performing other duties as needed, such as helping with presentations, the organisation of events and with administrative tasks.

Profile
Graduate degree in Communications, in Translation/Interpretation or demonstrated communications experience;
Fluency in English, French and Dutch, both verbal and written is an essential requirement;
Excellent communication and writing skills, proficient computer skills;
An interest in humanitarian, development and related issues;
Experience of photo editing would be advantageous.

Conditions: We offer interns a monthly stipend as will be explained during the interview.
How to apply:

Please apply online by Friday 16 August 2013 through this link:http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&r... (Click at the bottom of the page on “Apply for this position”).

Only applications with CV and cover letter will be considered.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.