SUMMER UNPAID MEMBERSHIP & COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP

The Alliance for Peacebuilding (AfP) is seeking 2 part-time Membership and Communications Interns for the Summer of 2014, to work at the intersection of the international peacebuilding field in our nation’s capital. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the peacebuilding field from the inside,

with broad exposure to a wide variety of civil society organizations, government and military partners, and representatives from fields closely related to peacebuilding. The Membership and Communications Intern will have the opportunity to connect with AfP’s network of partners both overseas and in Washington, learn about all of the latest news, events, jobs and research going on in the peacebuilding field, and will represent AfP at important events in Washington, DC. The Alliance for Peacebuilding is a membership-based network of nearly eighty organizations and hundreds of professionals devoted to building sustainable peace and security worldwide. For more information, visit www.allianceforpeacebuilding.org.

Summary:

The Membership and Communications Intern will work directly with the Membership & Outreach Manager on a variety of projects, including maintaining social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.), social media strategy, and maintaining dynamic and fresh website content. The intern will also assist with membership-related projects, including collecting online member survey data, analyzing and importing the data, managing Monthly Updates and the Peacebuilding Post e-newsletters, and other ad hoc projects. Internship (20-30 hours / week) will accommodate a flexible schedule, and a minimum of 16 hours / week is required. Internship will begin in May and end in August. Preference will be given to candidates that can commit to the entire internship time period, or stay on through the fall.

Qualifications:

At least 3 years of completed college coursework ● Strong computer skills, including administering a social networking site, web editing and high proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel ● Knowledge of yourmembership.com membership software or other database programs a plus ● Enthusiasm and commitment to the organization’s mission ● Proactive, independent and team-oriented work ethic ● Excellent writing skills, organizational skills and attention to detail ● Prior professional workplace experience ● Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines ● Positive attitude and an ability to engage with a wide variety of people ● Knowledge and familiarity with peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and/or international affairs a plus.

Application Process:

Please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample and a list of 3 references to: emily@allianceforpeacebuilding.org, ATTN: Emily Mallozzi, Membership & Outreach Manager. Cover Letter files should be labeled "Last, First - Cover Letter" and Resume files, "Last, First - Resume" (example: Smith, Jane – Cover Letter). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Internships are located at our Washington, DC headquarters: 1726 M Street NW, Suite 401, Washington, DC 20036. Deadline to apply: April 4, 2014

Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications for the position will be considered. The Alliance for Peacebuilding is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes resumes from all qualified applicants, particularly women and minorities. AfP does not discriminate based on gender, ethnicity, race, or persons with disabilities.