Intern/Project Assistant: Central and West Africa

Job Title:	Intern/Project Assistant: Central and West Africa
Job Function:	Internship
Department:	Central & West Africa
Location:	Washington, DC
The National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI) is seeking candidates for internships with NDI's Central and West Africa (CEWA) team.  The intern will be responsible for assisting NDI's CEWA team in implementing democratic development programs in Nigeria, Liberia, Ghana, and other countries in the region through the following assignments: ·         Collect and distribute foreign and domestic newspaper, magazine, and/or academic articles pertaining to Central and West African affairs; ·         Provide administrative support on assigned country programs, including filing, faxing, copying, and mailing; ·         Assist with program logistics, including arrangements for airfare and hotel, visas, meeting schedules, and briefing books for traveling NDI staff and consultants; ·         Assist in researching and drafting periodic reports; ·         Attend events and lectures on Central and West Africa and provide written summaries to team members; ·         Attend NDI events and program meetings and provide minutes to team members; ·         Complete English-French and French-English translation of program documents; ·         Assist in organizing document archives of NDI programs in the CEWA region; and ·         Complete special projects as requested. ·         Additional responsibilities based on demonstrated ability could include: review of field office expenditures, research and drafting of sections of new program proposals, and more. Required Skills:  ·         Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, or a recent graduate of such a program (relevant degree programs might include, but are not limited to: African studies, international development, international relations, or political science); ·         Some knowledge of Central and West Africa, and an interest in learning more; ·         High degree of organization, attention to detail, and skill at prioritizing and managing multiple tasks; ·         Strong research and writing skills; ·         Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, particularly Word and Excel; ·         Flexible, diligent, and team-oriented personality; and ·         Oral and written proficiency in English (required) and French (preferred). Comments:  This is a paid internship.  Non-US citizens applying for internships and entry-level positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship. NDI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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