Responsibilities for the Voluntary Internship
Monitoring political developments in the Central Africa region via online sources;
Providing assistance editing reports and briefings on conflict issues, and other documents produced by Africa program staff;
Preparing advocacy and research materials and attending meetings with/on behalf of the Crisis Group staff;
Assisting with carrying out daily press reviews and composing weekly situation reports;
Administrative tasks, including arranging meetings and database management; and
Assisting Africa program staff with everyday office needs.
Voluntary Internship Job Requirements
A recent graduate degree in political science, conflict studies, international relations, or similar;
Excellent in French and English writing and editing skills;
Fluent in French;
Computer literacy;
An ability to deal confidently and swiftly with a variety of demanding tasks;
Proven research skills in international relations or a similar subject, conflict analysis or human rights work;
Proven interest in and knowledge of the Central Africa region; and
Knowledge of local language(s) is an added advantage.
