Assistant.e Cheffe de projets Jeunesses

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Position Title: Assistant.e Cheffe de projets Jeunesses
Location: Paris
Country: France
Deadline Date: September 2024

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
Ashoka is recognized as the 5th most influential NGO in the world and is a pioneer in social entrepreneurship. Established 40 years ago, Ashoka has identified and supported over 4,000 social innovation leaders across 93 countries. Notable figures such as Muhammad YUNUS (Nobel Peace Prize 2006), Jimmy WALES (founder of Wikipedia), and Moussa CAMARA (founder of Les déterminés) are among those supported by Ashoka. The organization focuses on systemic change, aiming to create conditions for profound societal transformation by deploying new ways of being and acting in service of life. Ashoka believes that no single actor can address the complex societal challenges alone, thus it seeks to amplify the impact of social innovations by fostering hybrid collaborations between social entrepreneurs, the business world, and the public sector, encouraging the emergence of sustainable models for the future. Furthermore, Ashoka emphasizes the importance of equipping new generations with essential qualities, skills, and 'know-how' such as initiative, collaboration, and empathy, and collaborates with education sector pioneers to accelerate this paradigm shift and transform educational experiences.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position at Ashoka as an Assistant.e Cheffe de projets Jeunesses is designed for students who are passionate about promoting initiatives that create positive change in the world. The role is situated within a dynamic team that values autonomy, creativity, and initiative. The intern will engage with topics such as solution-oriented narratives, youth engagement, and the influence of new technologies for the public good. Ashoka France is committed to co-developing multi-actor projects that integrate the voices of young people into public discourse, recognizing that 75% of social innovators supported by Ashoka developed their ideas around the age of 2

• The intern will work closely with the project manager for youth initiatives and will be involved in various aspects of project management, event organization, and community engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for ensuring the smooth execution of events related to youth projects, which includes programming, managing participants and partners from the associative network and media. They will also animate an intergenerational community of change actors focused on themes such as coexistence, engagement, environment, training, and well-being. Additionally, the intern will provide logistical support for the deployment of a research and experimentation space aimed at fostering youth engagement. This project is currently in the modeling phase, and the intern will participate in strategic meetings for its development and various encounters with potential collaborators. The intern will also follow collaborative projects that the NGO is associated with, such as festivals, institutional presentations, and publications on youth engagement. The list of tasks may evolve based on the project's progress and developments.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates should have a strong interest in 360-degree project management and a desire to apply their skills for the public good. They should be pursuing a Master’s degree (M1 or M2) and possess a creative and entrepreneurial spirit. Strong interpersonal skills, a willingness to learn and share knowledge, curiosity, organization, and the ability to take initiative are essential. Candidates should also be able to synthesize information and write notes effectively.

Educational Background:
The position requires candidates to be enrolled in a Master’s program (M1 or M2), indicating a level of higher education that aligns with the responsibilities of the internship.

Experience:
Ideally, candidates should have prior experience in an institution or association. Experience in organizing events, even personal ones, or participating in project management is highly desirable. This experience will help the intern navigate the responsibilities of the role effectively.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in French is likely essential given the location and nature of the work. Additional languages may be beneficial but are not explicitly mentioned.

Additional Notes:
The internship is located in Montrouge at the headquarters of the Bayard press group. The compensation for the internship is €770 gross per month, along with meal vouchers valued at €8 for each day worked and reimbursement of 50% of transportation costs. The internship is set to begin in September 2024 and will last for a duration of 6 months.