Internship
Karpira
- Abu Dhabi
- Training
- Full-time
- Each successful intern will receive an internship Terms of Reference which will detail their responsibilities based on their indicated interests. The roles and responsibilities may include:
- Assist with high-quality English language reviews for donor reports, project evaluations, and baseline assessments for MENA projects.
- Provide desk and background research for security, operational, and political updates on MENA countries.
- Support the preparation of and attend internal meetings (reflection sessions, quarterly review sessions, planning sessions) and ensure note-taking tasks and follow-up on action points.
- Develop and write project proposals and concept notes for country and regional programs, based on programmatic ideas of the country programs and the MENA program.
- Research contextual information to enhance program design.
- Identify and research opportunities for new program development and partnerships.
- Support meeting logistics, notetakings, and staff travel planning.
- Represent Search at external events and conferences.
- Performing other supportive and administrative duties as needed.
- BA or MA (completed or in progress) in international relations, conflict resolution, international development, Middle Eastern Studies, or a related field.
- Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills in English.
- Practical experience with clear, concise writing.
- Practical experience with proofreading.
- High level of analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Interest in peacebuilding and conflict transformation.
- Familiarity with the MENA region.
- Ability to maintain professionalism, creativity, and enthusiasm while working in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment with minimal supervision.
- Self-starter, able to work independently, and willing to take on tasks small and large.
- Prior international or cross-cultural experience.
- Ability to write and translate in French and/or Arabic (desirable).
- We are looking for interns who can join our team for a minimum 6 month period.
- Monthly stipend of 500 USD for this internship.
- Current resume
- Cover letter
- Writing sample (300-500 words)