Internship/Fellowship with Project Concern International

Project Concern International (PCI)
Humanitarian Assistance Fellowship
Washington D.C.

Background

Project Concern International (PCI) is a leading non-profit, international health & development organization that reaches over three million people each year with programs in 15 countries. We save the lives of children and families around the world by preventing disease; providing access to clean water and nutritious foods; reducing vulnerability; and responding to emergencies. In addition, PCI empowers local communities, partner organizations and networks by equipping them with the tools and resources they need to deliver and sustain effective programs (www.projectconcern.org).

Fellowship Overview

PCI’s Washington DC office is seeking a fellow to support its Humanitarian Assistance Program. The Fellow will work with PCI Washington, International Office (IO) and field staff in developing existing/potential projects in emergency response and disaster preparation & mitigation. The candidate should be a goal-oriented self-starter, fluent in English, who can work independently and with minimum direct supervision. This is a non-paid position, although academic credit can be arranged with your university.

Specific Responsibilities

· In collaboration with field, DC and IO staff, contribute to the development of country emergency plans and trainings in accordance with SPHERE minimum standards in disaster response;
· Liaise with field offices to develop Regional Emergency Response Teams and regional emergency packets in Central America, Asia and Africa;
· Manage the creation of an organization-wide Emergency Administration Manual and Financial Management in Emergencies Manual;
· Conduct research on country-specific vulnerabilities to quick and slow onset disasters, and other
research assignments, as needed;
· Support the development of PCI’s field-based HA Fellowship Program through creation of tools and templates; training procedures; recruitment of potential candidates; logistical arrangements, etc.
· Write, edit and format proposals, concept papers and reports, as needed, for submission to federal
and non-federal donors;
· Update PCI’s HA ‘intranet’ system and support management of its contents;
· Represent PCI at key HA events, and participate in HA-related meetings and teleconferences, as
needed.
· Other duties as assigned

Duration & Location


The fellowship will be based in PCI’s Washington D.C. office for a minimum of three months.

Starting Date

ASAP

Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


* A background in international development, disaster risk reduction, and/or humanitarian assistance or related discipline, and a strong interest in continuing to work in these areas are required;
* Ability to work independently;
* Strong poise and professionalism in dealing with PCI partners, such as local government officials, international NGOs, UN Agencies, and international donors;
* Strong writing and research skills;
* Competence with a variety of computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc)
* Ability to communicate clearly in English, both orally and in writing;
* Outgoing, “get it done” personality and sense of humor