Organization:Darfur Women Action Group
Location:Washingoton DC
The Darfur Women Action Group is taking a unique approach to fighting and preventing genocide. DWAG
believes that empowering the most affected and building strong leadership among those who are historically excluded to enable them to lead and foster positive change in their communities is the most crucial approach to end genocide sustainably.
DWAG is current seeking interested interns and/or volunteers who are passionate about advancing the goals we are trying to achieve.
Internships are available for undergraduate and graduate students, recent graduates, or others interested who are available for at least 20 – 30 hours per week for duration of at least 2-3 months (Sept.– Dec. 2013). Internship program areas include:
Development intern/volunteer
Social Media and Multi-media intern
Campaigning, Advocacy & Outreach intern
Development intern/volunteer
Major Responsibilities:
- Support the identification of potential donors and supporters.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with foundations, organizations, and individual supporters.
- Manage donation entry and tracking process. Analyze trends in donations, gift giving, and fundraising.
- Assist with grant proposals including researching potential grants, editing proposal reports, and tracking submission deadlines.
- Become familiar with fundraising opportunities and all other aspects of the organization.
- Strong writing and communication skills are a plus.
- Assist in recruiting supporters and expanding DWAG supporters circle.
Social Media and Multi-media intern
Major Responsibilities:
- Maintain all social media accounts with relevant and up to date information concerning the organization and related news.
- Be aware of current opportunities for advertising and content management on the internet.
- Utilize social networks to maintain contact with current and future supporters as well as similar organizations.
- Assist with drafting press releases and statements.
- Monitor social media websites to track trends and impact.
- Assist with videotaping and editing as needed.
- Strong writing and communication skills required.
Campaigning, Advocacy & Outreach intern
Major Responsibilities:
- Coordinate the collaboration between DWAG and its partners and stakeholders.
- Assist research associates in tracking related news and areas of opportunity for intervention.
- Maintain blog for DWAG website.
- Attend meetings, seminars, and workshops to remain up to date on information involving armed conflicts and government involvement.
- Assist in campaign development and implementation.
- Assist in expanding DWAG’s reach to the largest audiences.
Notes:
DWAG interns works for 20 hour a week or more as needed
Remote working environment option is available for those who live outside of the DC area
How to apply:
Closing date: 25 Aug 2013
Application process: to apply please email resume, cover letter and a writing sample to info@darfurwomenaction.org
http://reliefweb.int/job/596529/darfur-women-action-group-intern
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