POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Project Intern- Civil Society & Education
Effective with the release of this position announcement, Winrock International is recruiting applicants for the position of Project Intern-CSE for the Civil Society & Education Unit. The responsibilities, duties and qualifications for this position are described in the attached position description.
GENERAL:
Winrock is a recognized leader in U.S. and international development with a focus on social and environmental issues. As a mission driven, field-based organization, we believe that sustainable development is inclusive and that complex challenges require integrated solutions. Winrock embraces continuous quality improvement and a culture of impact, accountability and entrepreneurship.
APPLICATIONS:
Applicants should go to http://www.winrock.org/page/careers-winrock and submit a current resume, cover letter and reference contacts to the attention of PICSE.
Winrock would like to graciously thank all applicants for their interest but only candidates who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted.
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Project Intern
GROUP: Civil Society and Education
LOCATION: Arlington, VA
REPORTS TO: CESE Program Officers and Program Associates
LOCATION: Arlington, VA
STATUS: Full-time, non-exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
The internship is for up to 6-months, full-time paid internship, with possible extension. The internship requires an energetic, detail-oriented person who can assist with the day-to-day operations of select projects in the CESE Unit. Responsibilities will include supporting on-going projects, conducting research on project-related activities, drafting communications materials, and logistical support.
Essential Responsibilities
Assist in tracking program activities of select projects, including monitoring donor requirements, project deliverables, project ending dates and project disbursement dates
Assist in the preparation of work plans, quarterly and annual reports to donors
Support the preparation of major project revisions to be submitted to donor
Take part in the design and coordination of research study dissemination processes
Conduct project-related and other research, as needed
Assist in project start-up and close-out procedures
Prepare, review, and edit communications materials for projects
Draft contracts/subcontracts for consultants and subrecipients and follow-up with payments, including expense reimbursements and deliverable submission
Assist in the review and processing of project financial reports and fund requests, as needed
Review and process procurement documentation, as needed.
Gather projects’ best practices, success stories, and lessons learned
Qualifications and Background:**
Education:
Recent BA or MA graduate. Alternatively active MA student available to work full time.
Relevant focus area related to CSE’s work including international relations, education, political science, women’s studies, human rights, international law etc.
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:
International experience preferred.
Exceptional writing and other communications skills required.
Strong analytical and research skills essential.
Experience preparing communications materials including brochures, pamphlets, presentations
Experience writing or contributing to grant applications/proposals preferred.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, ability to think critically and work independently are a must.
Proven commitment to pursuing a career in international development strongly preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint) strongly desired
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