SID-Washington Internships
September 1, 2010 - December 17, 2010
PROGRAM INTERNSHIP
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in program development, such as with Chapter Programs featuring high-level panelists and workgroup programs
- Assist in planning, logistics, sponsorship and ticketing management for the 2010 Annual Dinner and 2011 World Congress
- Assist with SID-Washington's more than 20 sectoral and regional workgroups;
- Write about the Chapter’s program and Workgroup activities to be published on our website;
- Develop outreach materials
- Add to and maintain our membership database;
- Assist with various communications initiatives
- Perform general administrative duties (including answering phones, handling mail, drafting correspondence, etc.)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Academic and/or work experience in international development preferred;
- Ability to solve problems creatively, undertake detail oriented work, and work well as a member of a team;
- Possess initiative and the ability to work independently;
- Able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment and retain a positive outlook under pressure;
- Excellent written and oral communications skills;
- HTML, JavaScript and other programming skills desired;
- Very strong organizational and interpersonal skills; and
- Sense of humor required.
COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with the production of a new SID-Washington online newsletter and other communications materials (brochure, flyers, new membership packets, etc.)
- Support online marketing activities
- Assist with website technical and design issues
- Establish working relationships with the media
- Assist with updating the SID-Washington website
- Web-based research and other general office duties.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Competitive candidates for this position, should have a demonstrated interest in communications, layout and design. Intern should also possess creative writing and computer skills (html, and basic photo editing a plus). Candidate should also have strong marketing, communications and Internet experience as well as experience utilizing social media tools.
A stipend of $1,250 will be provided at the conclusion of the internship period. 34 hour/week minimum commitment, full days preferred.
TO APPLY:
Please submit a letter of interest that indicates internship choice (Program or Communications), days/times available to work; a current resume; 3 references (names/tel. #’s/position/organization); and a 3-5 page writing sample. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received. Only finalists will be contacted for interviews. Inquiries and applications should be addressed to:
Janine Kamwene
The Society for International Development - Washington Chapter
1875 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 720, Washington, DC 20009-5728
Tel: (202) 884-8590 Fax: (202) 884-8499 Email: jobs@sidw.org
Website: http://www.sidw.org
Application deadline has been extended to August 27, 2010
