Sunday 25 November 2012

Internship at TI Secretariat in Berlin

The TI Secretariat in Berlin is seeking a highly motivated intern for its Resource Development 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.

The Resource Development Department’s mission is to provide unrestricted funding to the TI-Secretariat, to assist its regional and other department’s efforts to raise programmatic funds and to offer fundraising technical support, advice, and training to National Chapters. We sit at the centre of the organisation, having strong relationships with all of the regional, research, communications and support teams at the secretariat.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in fundraising from a diverse range of international donors.

Main function
: Supporting the Resource Development Department
Starting date
: 13 February 2013 (a few days flexibility is possible)
Duration
: Six months, full time
Department
: Resource Development Department
Remuneration
: EUR 400 (according to the German labour and social security law)
Location
: Berlin, Germany

Key tasks

- Preparation of substantial pre-award documentation for grants
- Assisting in the management of donor relations (email and written correspondence, including donor newsletters and individual donations) and updating the donor database
- Assisting in internal reporting and preparation of publications Identifying and researching new funding opportunities - Support towards specific funding approaches to bilateral, foundation and corporate donors on a case by case basis - General administrative and logistical support (includes setting up team meetings, drafting minutes, organise travel, etc)

Requirements
:
- University student or recent graduate, preferably in Communications, International Relations, Political, Economic or Social Science, Disciplines or other relevant fields
- Strong interest in resource development, donors and anti-corruption
- Fluent written and spoken English; further language skills are an asset
- Strong organisation skills and attention to detail
- Strong research capacities
- Experience with and knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word; other Microsoft Office applications an asset; good internet skills
- Very good people skills, dedication, flexibility, and the ability to contribute fully to the workings of the department and the secretariat
- Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge is an asset
- Prior office experience is an asset

How to apply

To apply for this internship please send a maximum one page cover letter (outlining your motivation for undertaking an internship in the Resource Development Department) and a maximum two page CV, preferably by email, to Ronald Visser using this FORM
The closing date for applications is 2 January 2013.

The application process will involve a telephone interview and a test. These are envisaged to take place the week commencing 7 January and/or the week commencing 14 January 2013.
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.
Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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