Intern

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organization established in 1946, dedicated to assisting and protecting vulnerable and displaced people during crises, particularly in conflict situations. NRC operates in over 40 countries and employs approximately 14,000 staff members. The organization employs a rights-based approach, advocating for the rights of displaced individuals as outlined in national and international laws. NRC is committed to principles of humanity, neutrality, independence, and impartiality, and works to secure local stakeholder acceptance for its activities. NRC Geneva leads the organization's representation and activities in Geneva, focusing on policy and advocacy, and collaborates with the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) to advocate for the rights of displaced people at various levels. The organization emphasizes core values such as dedication, innovation, inclusivity, and accountability among its employees, and continues to engage in critical policy areas such as protection, climate change, humanitarian financing, and principled humanitarian action.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position at NRC Geneva is designed for students who are pursuing this opportunity as a mandatory part of their university program. The intern will support various humanitarian policy workstreams, including protection policy, interagency coordination, humanitarian financing, and advocacy efforts focused on Geneva. The role involves assisting in the development of internal policy positions, advocacy materials, and practical research products. The intern will also be responsible for producing presentations and support materials for internal and external communications and trainings. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with humanitarian policy and advocacy, providing valuable experience for students interested in a career in the humanitarian sector.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern's duties will include supporting humanitarian policy workstreams, assisting NRC's engagement on humanitarian system reform, interagency coordination, protection policy, humanitarian financing, and principled humanitarian action. Specific tasks involve developing internal policy positions and advocacy materials, drafting research products, and producing presentations for communication and training purposes. The intern will attend relevant calls and events, take notes, and distribute meeting minutes for various internal and external meetings. Additionally, the intern will support outreach and communication efforts, develop communication and advocacy materials, and assist in organizing events and workshops. The role also includes preparing donor reports and developing tracking tools for internal and external workplan objectives.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Law, Communications, International Relations, or a relevant field. A strong interest in humanitarian policy or advocacy is essential, with familiarity in relevant policy areas considered a significant advantage. Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English is required, and proficiency in French is an advantage. Candidates should demonstrate proven research, analytical, and documentation skills, as well as strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Educational Background:
The internship is intended for students currently enrolled in a university program, and the internship must be a mandatory and integral part of their studies as per Swiss cantonal or federal legislation. The university must agree to sign a tri-partite agreement with NRC Geneva and provide an attestation confirming that the internship will grant study credits.

Experience:
The position is aimed at students, so prior professional experience is not strictly required. However, any relevant experience in humanitarian policy, advocacy, or related fields will be beneficial and may enhance a candidate's application.

Languages:
The mandatory language for this position is advanced proficiency in English, both written and spoken. Proficiency in French is considered an advantage, as it may facilitate communication within the organization and with external stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time internship position lasting for 6 months, with a preference for candidates who can commit to full-time hours. However, a work time percentage arrangement of 80-90% may be considered for the right candidate. The internship is designed for students who are eligible under Swiss legislation, and candidates must ensure that their university is willing to support the internship with the necessary agreements and confirmations. NRC emphasizes a supportive culture, professional growth, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within its workforce.