About IREX

Career and Consulting Opportunities

TITLE: Intern
DIVISION: Civil Society Division (CSD)
LOCATION: Washington, DC
REPORTS TO: Program Officer

ABOUT IREX
IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing leadership and innovative programs to improve the quality of education, strengthen independent media, and foster pluralistic civil society development.

Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of $50 million and a staff of over 400 professionals worldwide. IREX and its partner IREX Europe deliver cross-cutting programs and consulting expertise in more than 50 countries.

SUMMARY OF POSITION
IREX seeks a part-time intern to provide programmatic and administrative support for IREX’s civil society programs. These programs strengthen NGO capacities, mobilize local communities, promote advocacy efforts, and build international and local partnerships. More information on IREX’s civil society programs can be found at www.irex.org/civilsociety.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Perform research and analysis on a variety of civil society related issues, as required
Compile program statistics and assist with report writing and editing
Assist in proposal development
Assist with program logistics for events
Update and format program materials and web content
Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
The Intern must be well organized, skilled at handling multiple tasks, and able to adhere to deadlines. Other qualifications:

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Excellent writing skills
Knowledge of the Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, and/or the Middle East regions

IREX is seeking an Intern available to work a minimum of 20 hours a week, though the schedule is flexible. An hourly stipend will be provided. This internship is open immediately.

Send cover letter and resume to FAX: (202) 628-8189. Or send an e-mail message to resumes@irex.org. Please add in the subject line: IREX/CSD/INT/SBB. EOE. No phone calls.