Advocacy Intern

Overview & Responsibilities

About IDLO

IDLO internship programs are designed to provide a mutually beneficial relationship between IDLO and university students, young graduates, post-graduate students, or persons similarly situated (collectively referred to as Interns). IDLO offers interns an exceptional learning experience in an international organization and increases their awareness and knowledge of legal issues in the development arena. Internships also benefit IDLO by allowing participants to contribute their skills and competencies to the realization of IDLO’s strategic goals and mission. Interns are fully involved in the work program of the Unit or Department that has selected them to carry out assignments relevant to their studies and experiences under the supervision of IDLO staff.

The internship is expected to start in February 2023. IDLO will provide the selected intern with a monthly stipend of 1000 USD per month. IDLO does not provide cost coverage for travel arrangements, nor for any other related living and accommodation expenses. This is a in-office position in the New York Office, which is located in the vicinity of United Nations headquarters in midtown Manhattan.

Internships are offered for 3 months and are renewable up to a maximum of 6 months. Full-time placements (5 days a week) are strongly preferred. Applicants available for less than 3 days a week will not be considered.

THE INTERNSHIP

Reporting to the Advocacy Analyst, the Advocacy Intern will support the work of the Unit and will be assigned, but not necessarily limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:

• Attend and draft reports on relevant UN and other meetings of potential interest to IDLO, including as related to the rule of law, people-centered justice, governance, peacebuilding, SDG 16 on peaceful, just and inclusive societies, and the SDGs more broadly.
• Assist in research and preparation of briefing notes, policy briefings, and talking points on a variety of matters for key internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate and communicate with other teams within IDLO.
• Contribute to event planning and calendar input.
• Provide analytical and specialized administrative support to the Permanent Observer of IDLO and the NYO team.
• Assist in administrative, day-to-day tasks for the office.

Job Requirements

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

The ideal candidate should possess the following requirements:

Education and Work experience:

• Have completed or be enrolled in a post-graduate (required) course of study at a university or equivalent higher education institution.
• Work experience in international development, including as related to the UN, is desirable.

Technical Competences:

• Practical experience with clear, concise writing.
• Strong ability to draft and revise documents and handle diplomatic correspondence.
• Solid organizational and analytical skills.
• Advanced computer skills, and in particular excellent ability to use Microsoft Office/Outlook package.
• Excellent level of attention to detail.

Languages:

• Fluent oral and professional writing skills in English a must.

Behavioral competencies:

• Team player attitude, comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work constructively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to respond timely to queries and provide feedback.
• Resourceful and able to multitask in a fast-paced international environment, working independently and as a team.

Keen sense of ethics, integrity, and commitment to IDLO’s mandate

Terms & Conditions

All interested applicants are encouraged to apply via our website and are asked to submit a resume, cover letter, and list of references. Applicants may also, optionally, provide academic transcripts or letters of recommendation.

IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the intern assigned to this work. This may not be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.

The General Counsel of IDLO reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities and determine whether or when an internship position may be filled consistent with business and organizational needs.

Annual Compensation

USD $1,000.00/Mo.

DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee/consultant/intern assigned to this work. This may not be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The Director-General of IDLO reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities or even to cancel the consultancy opportunity to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality and in compliance with IDLO’s policy on personal data protection.