Institute for Security Studies

The CMPB Division works in the following thematic areas:

Area 1: Conflict management and peacebuilding
Area 2: Training for Peace
Area 3: Security sector reform and governance
Area 4: Gender, peace and security
Area 5: Maritime security

We have a vacancy for one intern for 6 months. The intern will be based in the Pretoria office. The successful candidate will have good analysis and communication skills. He/she will be knowledgeable in the fields of post-conflict reconstruction, peacebuilding, South African foreign policy, and gender, peace and security in Africa.

Requirements:

• An honours degree
• Excellent research, language and writing skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• A willingness to learn

Salary: The intern will be paid a modest stipend.

How to apply:Applicants should provide a covering letter, detailing why they are interested in the position and how they meet the requirements of the job. In addition, applicants must provide a detailed CV including the names and contact details of two referees. Applications should be emailed to Isaac Sihadi at pretoriajobs@issafrica.org .

Closing date: 15 August 2013. Note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.