Project Assistant (Dutch Speaker)

UNPO - Unrepresented Nations and Peoples Organization

The Hague, Netherlands

Interns are expected to undertake tasks that include the organization of conferences, seminars and other events; the monitoring of United Nations and European Parliament processes (with possible attendance depending on the period of engagement and the aptitude of the intern); the conducting of research on UNPO Members; website management; advocacy and lobbying, project planning and implementation.

Interns are expected to have a mature and flexible attitude, display good time management skills, be able to undertake work independently and conduct accurate research. The internship involves high expectations of the intern, but in turn promises an equally rewarding experience.

Please note that UNPO has a general preference for full-time internships for a duration of a minimum of four months. Starting dates are flexible but please note that the positions are unpaid.

Intern requirements:

Essential:

• Genuine interest in and basic knowledge of minority rights, self-determination, indigenous peoples and human rights.
• Proven experience to multitask, work under limited supervision and take initiative under tight deadlines.
• Proven experience to run short term, self-directed projects.
• Excellent command of oral and written English.
• Excellent command of oral and written Dutch (The Hague Office).
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Sound understanding of the European Parliament and European Institutions for internships in the Brussels office.
• Sound understanding of the United Nations Human Rights Council (associated UN mechanisms and tools), for internships in The Hague office.
• Availability of minimum 4 months.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of the international structures available to assist oppressed or disadvantaged peoples with particular focus on the European Union and the United Nations.
• Working knowledge of other UN/EU languages and/or languages of our Members.
• Knowledge of website management
• Excellent writing style – academic and journalistic
• Knowledge of office management
• Experience in project proposal development and fundraising.

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