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Africa Internship

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Freedom House supports the spread of freedom and democracy throughout the world through research, effective advocacy and programs directly supporting frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we are supporting the right of every individual to be free.
Position Summary
The Intern will have the opportunity to gain experience in program administration, USAID financial rules and regulations, developing grant proposals, and Freedom House methodology. He/she will demonstrate through presentation of her/his educational and professional record and life experience that he/she has an academic background in African issues, experience on the continent, language skills applicable to our program needs, knowledge of human rights, dedication to democratic principles, and career aspirations related to the region.
Some Duties and Responsibilities
  • Assist in background research needed for proposals and program activities
  • Provide administrative and logistical support for day-to-day functioning of Africa programs
  • Assist with database maintenance
  • Attend Africa related events and other external meetings as necessary and provide readout to team members
  • Assist with other related projects as needed


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree or current college or graduate student
  • Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to communicate effectively in a second relevant language is preferred
  • Knowledge of or interest in human rights and democracy issues in the Africa region
  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite
  • Knowledge of human rights, democracy and international development concepts preferred
  • Knowledge of basic accounting principles and grant-related compliance requirements preferred
  • Experience living, volunteering, working, or studying in the region preferred


Contact Details

Email:
recruiting@freedomhouse.org

Application Instructions

Qualified and Interested applicants
Please send a resume and cover letter to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax to (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR. Dept., referencing Africa Intern. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
Only candidates authorizes to work in the U.S. need apply.
EOE M/F/D/V

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