Internship

Job Posting Organization:
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid organization that has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters for over 40 years. The organization focuses on meeting vital needs such as access to water, food, and shelter. SI is particularly committed to combating diseases related to unsafe water, which is the leading cause of mortality worldwide. Through its interventions, SI implements expertise in areas such as access to drinking water, sanitation, hygiene promotion, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security, and livelihoods. The organization operates in 26 countries and employs a total of 3,200 staff members, including expatriates, national employees, permanent staff at headquarters, and a few volunteers. SI's teams work with professionalism and commitment while respecting local cultures.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position is situated within the headquarters of SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL, where the intern will support the Data Protection Officer (DPO) in implementing and monitoring actions defined in the GDPR compliance plan. The internship offers a concrete discovery of GDPR compliance within an international NGO, providing insights into the legal, organizational, and operational challenges related to personal data protection in a humanitarian context. Interns will develop transversal skills such as analysis, organization, coordination, writing, and awareness-raising. This role also provides a significant first experience in compliance, data protection, and information governance, requiring interaction with various departments including HR, IT, communication, operations, and partnerships.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the DPO, the intern will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Implementation of the GDPR compliance plan, contributing to the monitoring and updating of the GDPR action plan (dashboards, prioritization, deadlines).
• Participation in the implementation of accountability actions (documentation, internal procedures, internal controls).
• Assisting in the updating and structuring of the processing activities register and its updating procedure.
• Contributing to the documentation of the legal bases for processing (consent, legal obligations, legitimate interest, etc.).
• Supporting the compliance of certain identified sensitive processing activities (recruitment, reference checks, donors, HR, etc.).
• Participating in the development of practical guides (authorized third parties, data retention, etc.).
• Assisting in the updating of information notices and privacy policies (HR materials, forms, website, campaigns).
• Supporting the establishment and monitoring of procedures for managing rights requests (access, rectification, opposition, etc.).
• Contributing to the maintenance of the register of requests from concerned individuals. 1
• Assisting in the preparation and deployment of internal GDPR awareness and training actions. 1
• Supporting the documentation of personal data security measures and associated procedures. 1
• Participating in the evaluation of the compliance of subcontractors and partners (contractual clauses, transfers outside the EU, monitoring).

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be pursuing higher education in fields such as digital law, data protection, compliance, business law, political science, risk management, or equivalent. A strong interest in GDPR issues, personal data protection, and compliance is essential. Additionally, candidates should have a marked interest in the associative and humanitarian sector. The ideal candidate will demonstrate rigor, organizational skills, analytical and synthesis abilities, as well as good writing skills and comfort with structured documents. The ability to work transversally and interact with various stakeholders is crucial. Proficiency in office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required. Knowledge of GDPR or prior experience in this area is a plus. Fluency in French is mandatory, while professional proficiency in English is appreciated.

Educational Background:
Candidates are expected to be currently enrolled in a higher education program related to digital law, data protection, compliance, business law, political science, risk management, or a similar field. This educational background is essential to understand the complexities of GDPR compliance and data protection in a humanitarian context.

Experience:
While prior experience in GDPR compliance or data protection is advantageous, it is not strictly required. The internship is designed to provide a significant first experience in compliance and data protection, making it suitable for candidates who are eager to learn and develop their skills in this area.

Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory for this position, as the primary working language will be French. Professional proficiency in English is considered a valuable asset, as it may facilitate communication with international partners and stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This internship position requires a mandatory internship agreement. The legal compensation is set at 15% of the current hourly social security ceiling, calculated pro-rata based on actual hours worked in the month (approximately 154 hours per month, equating to 22 days of 7 hours each). Public transport costs will be covered at 50% by SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL. Candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and cover letter, as applications containing only a CV will not be considered. SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL reserves the right to close the recruitment process before the application deadline. The organization is committed to preventing and combating all forms of abuse, including exploitation, abuse, and sexual harassment, and applies a zero-tolerance policy regarding such acts.