Internship Posting: Women's Campaign International; Philadelphia PA; Unpaid

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Women’s Campaign International (WCI) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to increasing women’s participation in decision-making processes worldwide. By conducting trainings in political leadership, government processes, and campaign management, in addition to organizing advocacy campaigns that advance women’s issues, WCI helps to remove the economic, political, market, and social obstacles that limit women’s involvement in society. Currently, we have programs in Liberia, Afghanistan, a pan-African First Ladies' Legacy Initiative, and a domestic Global Awareness Leadership Series (GALS).
Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Managing and organizing the President's daily operations, office and files
• Managing the President’s schedule and contacts
• Maintaining the President’s contacts with WCI staff, board members, and potential donors
• Coordinating tasks with other WCI staff members
• Making calls and sending correspondences on behalf of the President
• Photocopying, compiling, and mailing of WCI informational packets
• Assisting in the preparation and facilitation of WCI’s board meetings
• Recording and typing minutes at WCI board and staff meetings
• Assisting in grant research and proposals
• Conducting research for current and potential programs and partnerships
• Assisting with WCI program development and support
• Other writing and editing tasks as assigned
• Filing, answering phones, and general office assistance
Qualifications:

• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• High level of organizational skills
• Self-motivated
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and internet usage
• Strong research skills, including internet research; ability to determine reliable sources
• Quick learner
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks
• Ability to maintain open lines of communication with WCI staff (i.e, ask for clarification, and obtain feedback)
• Interest in and knowledge of gender issues, international relations, international development and/or human rights
• Culturally sensitive
• Good sense of humor

Preferred qualifications:
International travel experience or experience living abroad
Knowledge of a particular region or particular developing countries
As WCI is a small organization, the Executive intern will also have the opportunity to be involved in aspects of program development and management.
Hours are flexible, but interns must commit at least 12-15 hrs/week for a minimum of 12 weeks. Longer commitments preferred, and a successful intern may be able to continue interning in the summer.

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and a short writing sample (2-5 pages) to Marion Abboud (marion@womenscampaigninternational.org) and Monica Gadkari (monica@womenscampaigninternational.org) via email. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Please, no phone calls.
In your cover letter, please specify when you are available to start interning and the hours that you would be available to work each week.
URL: http://www.womenscampaigninternational.org