Internship CSW - Christian Solidarity Worldwide

An exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience on the frontlines of human rights research and advocacy, providing a voice for victims of religious persecution and injustice all over the world. As an intern gaining experience in human rights advocacy, you will work in CSW’s Brussels office and assist CSW’s highly experienced team of advocates, documenting violations of religious freedom and bringing the plight of those persecuted for their faith to the attention of EU governments and institutions, Members of the European Parliament (MEPs), media and the general public.

• September 2013 - February 2014;
• 4 days per week [28 hours] 9-5pm;
• A monthly allowance of €730 gross;
• Based in our Brussels office in the proximity of the main EU institutions.

The Person

With a good degree and a passion for human rights, you will be required to have excellent research and writing skills, demonstrate initiative and be able to work well under pressure. You will have a passion for speaking out for the persecuted and oppressed, and an interest in religious liberty. Ideally you will have had some experience of the countries in which we work and understanding about the way the EU functions and how EU advocacy works in practice. As well as fluent written and spoken English, you will have additional language skills, in particular French. You will fully accept CSW’s Christian ethos and faith.
Please go to our website www.csw.org.uk to download an applicant’s e-pack and form.
If you require any further information please contact Jane Bave HR Manager – janebave@csw.org.uk.
Closing date for full applications: 12 noon Wednesday 12 June 2013.
Interviews will take place on 9 and 10 July 2013.
This post falls under Article 13 of the Belgian anti-discrimination law of 10 May 2007.
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) is an organisation working for religious freedom through advocacy and human rights, in the pursuit of justice.