Africa Intern - Spring 2014 at International Foundation for Electoral Systems

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Job Title: Africa Intern – Spring 2014

Location: United States

Employer: International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES)

Division: Program Management

Status:   Unpaid Internship

Position Number: 13:244

Project Description:

The IFES Africa Department is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic intern who can quickly take part in our very fast paced programs. The Africa intern will get an insider's view of the realm of program management of multi-donor funded democracy & governance projects in the sub-Saharan region.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assisting logistical and administrative support on assigned countries/projects;

• Assisting in the preparation of weekly/Quarterly reports, website updates and general communications with regional field offices;

• Attending and reporting on internal and external meetings and other discussions about assigned projects/topics;

• Assisting with program development and management in conjunction with the needs of the projects;

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled at an accredited college or university pursuing a degree international development or related field;

• Excellent research and communication skills;

• High Proficiency with Word and Excel;

• Flexibility and tact;

• Exceptional attention to details;

• Experience working in or knowledge of sub-Saharan Africa a plus;

• Fluency in French is highly desirable but not required.

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