Policy Intern

The intern would support the Policy Unit and Secretariat based on ENAR’s current work programme.

Starting date: End of Septemeber onwards.

Key activities include:

Monitoring relevant policy developments within the European institutions

Undertaking specific research for the policy unit concerning relevant topics at EU and national levels including research for documents of EU institutions concerning racism and equal treatment and other related issues

Updating and monitoring ENAR’s advocacy calendar

Drafting factsheets and/or policy position papers

Supporting in the design of conferences and relevant meetings related to policy as appropriate

Supporting work on ENAR’s Shadow Reports on racism in Europe

Attending and reporting on internal and external meetings

Supporting the administrative and logistical work related to ENAR campaigns and/or events

Participating in any other task related to the post as deemed necessary and appropriate by the Director, Policy Manager, Policy Officers and Shadow Report Officer according to the particular skills and competencies of the intern.

Qualifications required:

Excellent English proficiency with distinctive and proven writing skills

Fluency in French is a distinct advantage

Pursuing/having pursued studies in law

Good knowledge of the European institutions

Good knowledge of human rights, discrimination, and anti-racism

Good knowledge of advocacy and/or campaigning

Good knowledge of different research methods

Experience in researching on policy-related issues

Diligence, accuracy and attention to detail

Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Committed and flexible team-player, able to work in a multicultural environment

Committed to the struggle against racism and the promotion of equal rights.

Please note that the internship must be part of university studies and that we require a written agreement between the intern’s university/school, ENAR and the intern. The internship should be for a period of at least 3 months or longer and is full time. Any applications that do not respond to these requirements will not be considered.

Internships are unpaid and ENAR does not provide any financial support.

Applications, including a detailed CV and a cover letter, should be sent to ENAR, 60 Rue Gallait, 1030 Brussels, Belgium, or by email to: info@enar-eu.org. Interested applicants should specify the estimated date by which they would be able to start the internship.