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Virtual Intern - Middle East & North Africa
Washington, DC
Job/Internship Description
DescriptionEvery employee of IRI is responsible for carrying out the Mission of IRI and demonstrating the core values in their day to day operations.Excellence- We believe in quality results delivered by investing in people. Freedom- We believe in exploration and experimentation to be agile and responsive. Respect- We believe in trust, empathy and empowering people. Teamwork- We believe in diversity, inclusion and the power of global collaboration. Transparency- We believe in open communication and clear decision-making. Accountability- We believe in personal responsibility as the foundation of success.IRI is creating student and employee partnerships that facilitate the growth and development of IRI's future leadership. The intern will support the work of IRI's Middle East and North Africa Regional Division. Interns will learn about time management and work on tasks in a fast-paced international affairs environment. Other professional learning opportunities include attending virtual events and panels and relevant democracy and governance program support.This position will start September 9, 2021 for no more than fourteen (14) weeks and may not be extended. This is a paid position, at $15.20 per hour.In-Person and Virtual applicants encouraged to apply.Position Requirements:Current undergraduate or graduate program student or recent graduate.Excellent verbal and written skills in EnglishFamiliarity with Microsoft Office and SharepointDetail-oriented individual with strong organizational skillsFlexibility to changing situations and prioritiesKnowledge of Arabic and/or French is preferredPossible Functions & Responsibilities:Assists staff with program activities, virtual events and training missionsSupports database system and database managementMonitors domestic and international media outlets dailyAssists in researching and analyzing country contexts for weekly briefings, reports, program proposals, etcContributes to data collection, cleaning and analysisTracks, monitors, and maps relevant business development opportunitiesProvides administrative support, including scheduling virtual meetings/events, updating country factsheets, etc.Performs other duties as assignedLearning Outcomes:Gain familiarity and experience with democratic governance in the Middle East/North Africa regionDevelop program management skills, including procurement administration.Gain working proficiency in database development and maintenance.Gain exposure to program design and implementation, including work plan development, financial planning, and monitoring and evaluation.Experience with translating academic evidence and applied research into programming tools.Gain exposure to institutional learning and knowledge management processes Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Position Summary
Company
IRI
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Type
Full Time
Period of Employment
Open
Type of Compensation
Paid
College Credits Earned
No
Tuition Assistance
No
Required Student Status
Open
Preferred Majors
Other
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