Brussels Internship Search for Common Ground

Search for Common Ground – Brussels Headquarters is seeking an intern to provide support to the team’s overall fundraising and development activities, with a special focus on SFCG’ outreach strategy.
The intern is supposed to start as soon as possible.
Responsibilities

• Conduct desktop research related to fundraising, with a special focus on European bilateral donors;
• Identify and research opportunities for new program development and partnerships;
• Under the supervision of the Director, contribute to the implementation of the Outreach Strategy, including social media tools, newsletters, updating SFCG’s website,
• Represent Search for Common Ground at relevant events and public meetings and take notes when requested;
• Maintain and update computerized database of donors and prospects;
• Provide administrative support to the office.
• 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 duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• BA or MA in International Relations or Communications (or current student in the same disciplines);
• Written and spoken fluency in English and French;
• Advanced computer skills.

The ideal candidate will further exhibit

• A self-starting, enthusiastic and flexible work style;
• Demonstrable interest in conflict resolution and peacebuilding;
• Superb writing, editing and communication skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and tight deadlines.

To Apply
Interested candidates should email a CV and a cover letter to brussels@sfcg.org no later than the 6th of April. Please include “Brussels Internship 2014” in the subject line.
SFCG expects an intern to work at least 20 hours per week. Please include specifics on your availability, including days and hours/per week. Finally, please note where you found this posting.
Please note that the internship is unpaid. Special arrangement such as partial reimbursement might be put in place subject to funding.