Counterpart International
CHAP Intern/Program Development
Community and Humanitarian Assistance Program (CHAP)
Description of Organization:
Since 1965, Counterpart International has given people a voice in their own future through smart partnerships, offering options and access to tools for sustained social, economic and environmental development. Operating on five continents, Counterpart works with local communities to build their capacity to act on local problems. Counterpart’s long history of working to develop civil society and promote self-sufficiency in local communities, has guided our humanitarian relief efforts. Counterpart bridges the gap between emergency help and long-term development by delivering material assistance and running projects that help communities help themselves long after the foreign aid disappears.
Job Description:
The CHAP Intern will assist with program implementation and support the department’s new business initiatives. Intern will report to the Director of Program Operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Intern’s main responsibility will be to support the program implementation and development and growth of CHAP. Intern will be responsible for the following duties including, but not limited to:
Assist with research in the area of new business development.
Assistance with proposal writing.
Provide administrative support for program development and the Senior Director.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Prospective applicants must be working towards a master’s degree in any business-related field (business administration, international development) preferably with experience or strong interest in the area of corporate social responsibility.
Successful candidates will have a:
Dedicated commitment to international development and humanitarian assistance
Demonstrated desire, enthusiasm, and ability to tackle several tasks independently
Excellent research and presentation of findings skills.
Excellent written and oral presentation skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Mastery of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Highly professional and personable.
Ability to handle administrative and office tasks.
Knowledge of USAID and other donor funding procedures desirable.
This position does not cover relocation costs and requires an active permit to work in the United States.
Duration: 3 months
Duty Location: Counterpart’s Headquarters, 2345 Crystal Dr. Ste 301, Arlington, VA 22202
Application Instructions: If you are interested: please send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to mmensah@counterpart.org or apply at our website: jobs@counterpart.org .Closing date for application: April 30, 2008(candidates will be considered on a rolling basis). Only finalist will be contacted. No phone calls please.
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