Internship in the Asia Pacific Department

The Transparency International Secretariat (TI-S) in Berlin is seeking a highly motivated, pro-active intern to support its work in the Asia Pacific Department. Transparency International (TI) is the global civil society organisation leading the fight against corruption. Through more than 90 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, Germany, TI raises awareness of the damaging effects of corruption and works with partners in government, business and civil society to develop and implement effective measures to tackle it. Main function: Assisting the Regional Director in coordinating the Asia Pacific Department

Starting date:

15 July 2012

Duration:

6 months, full time, Monday-Friday

Department:

Asia Pacific 

Remuneration:

EUR 400 (according to the German labour and social security law)

Location:

Berlin, Germany

Key tasks:

- Doing background research for project proposals, presentations and media interviews;

- Assisting in the communications work of the Asia Pacific Department;

- Assisting and supporting the Asia Pacific Department with programme and project implementation and various daily operating tasks;

- Providing support for workshops and meetings, such as various regional conferences bringing together national chapters and contacts in the Asia Pacific region - Preparing meeting reports;

- Ensure effective office processes;

- Interns are also encouraged to undertake a personal project which encompasses 1/3 of their work and will be agreed in the first few weeks of the internship.

Knowledge, experience, interests and skills:

- Excellent English (spoken and written) is a key requirement;

- knowledge of Asian language(s) is an advantage;

- knowledge of German is an advantage;

- Academic background in international relations and political science (or other relevant fields);

- Demonstrated interest and knowledge of the Asia Pacific region;

- Strong communications and organisational skills;

- Strong intercultural skills;

- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and team spirit, with the ability to work effectively in an international work environment;

- Adaptable and flexible personality, able to handle multiple tasks and workloads, ability to prioritise own work;

- Interest in writing and blogging an advantage

- Experience in office work;

- Excellent knowledge of MS Office;

How to apply

To apply for this internship please send a maximum one page cover letter and a maximum two page CV, preferably by email, to Christian Gülisch using THIS FORM

The closing date for applications is 24 June 2012.

Kindly note that a valid work permit for Germany is required and that interns must take out their own health insurance before starting the internship. Persons already registered as residents in Germany must submit a new Tax Identification Number. Students of the German universities must submit a confirmation of enrolment. We thank all applicants for their interest in this internship. Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted.