The Organization
Search for Common Ground (SFCG) is an international non-profit organization that promotes peaceful resolution of conflict. With headquarters in Washington, DC and a European office in Brussels, Belgium, SFCG’s mission is to transform how individuals, organizations, and governments deal with conflict – away from adversarial approaches and toward cooperative solutions. SFCG seeks to help conflicting parties understand their differences and act on their commonalities. With a total of approximately 600 staff worldwide, SFCG implements projects from 56 offices in 35 countries, including in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. The organization is an exciting and rewarding place to work, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff who loves their work. You will be joining a highly motivated staff with a good team spirit and there will be opportunities to grow in the role.
Summary of Position
The Children & Youth Division at Search for Common Ground seeks a full-time or part-time intern for Summer 2016 to provide research, administrative, and logistical support for the team’s programmatic and policy work. The Children & Youth Division works to empower children and youth to be true agents of conflict transformation in their communities. Our programs range in topic from peace education, youth-focused TV and radio shows, leadership training, and sports clinics. In all of our youth projects, we help young people show the world that they are leaders for peace.
Responsibilities
● Conduct desktop research related to children & youth peacebuilding programming and policy;
● Assist with development of internal community of learning and practice;
● Assist with events for the Washington Network on Children and Armed Conflict, and identify and
research new topics and speakers;
● Develop blog posts on topics related to the Children & Youth Division’s programming and policy
work;
● Identify and research opportunities for fundraising;
● Support new program design and proposal writing;
● Perform general administrative tasks as needed.
As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position-holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications
● Current student or recent graduate with a degree in International Relations, Conflict Studies,
Development, or a related area;
● Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Internet Search Engines).
● English language competency
Desirable:
● Interest and/or experience in children & youth programming and conflict resolution;
● A self-starting, enthusiastic, and flexible approach to the organization and the position;
● Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills;
● Excellent attention to detail; and
● Ability to handle multiple tasks and tight deadlines.
Salary: This position is not paid.
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