Role:
The International Crisis Group is seeking an intern to volunteer for six months with the Brussels Research Unit, starting in October 2014. The internship would suit a candidate with a recent degree in international relations, conflict studies, political science or similar.
Responsibilities:
- Research and draft background materials on conflict issues for Research Unit staff and field personnel;
- Assist with the preparation and publication of CrisisWatch, Crisis Group's monthly bulletin on conflict around the world;
- Assist with monitoring conflict prevention resources and maintaining and updating the Research Unit's conflict prevention library and intranet;
- Assist in proofreading and preparing Crisis Group reports for publication;
- Assist in updating Crisis Group's website;
- Carry out administrative duties relevant to the Research Unit's work;
- Provide support to the office of the President as needed; and
- Provide general administrative support to the Brussels office.
Requirements:
- A degree in international relations, conflict studies, political science or similar;
- Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of conflict/peace and security issues;
- English language skills at native-speaker level; French or other language an asset;
- Professional experience within an international relations environment/NGO desirable;
- Highly organised and able to pay close attention to detail;
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office and online research tools; and
- Authorisation to work in Belgium.
How to apply:
If you wish to apply please send your CV, cover letter and a writing sample tointern.vacancies@crisisgroup.orgclearly stating “Research Unit Intern” and the date you would be able to start. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Due to the large number of applications that we receive, we are unable to respond to each individual candidate.
Please note that our internships are unpaid, though a small stipend for lunch and transport is provided.
