Advocacy Intern

Advocacy Intern

Introduction

Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity began in 1976 as a grassroots effort. The housing organization has since grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in more than 70 countries. Families and individuals in need of a hand up partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability, and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Through shelter, we empower. To learn more, visit habitat.org/emea.

HFHI is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children), and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is seeking a talented Intern to support advocacy work at the Africa Area Office. The nature of the job is hybrid. The Intern will report to the Africa Policy and Advocacy Manager.

Working time: 40 hours per week (flexible)

Duration: Six Months with possibility of extension

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Desk research on affordable housing and on various AU policies
• Help organize events (workshops, conferences)
• Attend online/in-person conferences and workshops and summarize key points
• Administrative tasks
• Writing blogs on advocacy related interventions

Required:

• Must be a university student, pursing degree in sociology, anthropology, public policy, international relations, development studies. Completed bachelor’s degree is an advantage
• Openness to learn and ability to process information
• Excellent command of English, especially in writing, French would be an added advantage.
• Interest in topics of housing/advocacy/sociology/EU grants/ Land
• Possess professional maturity and sensitivity to different cultures
• Must be computer literate and experience using MS packages including MS Outlook and Teams.
• Possess a Certificate of good conduct
• Demonstrate a commitment to HFHI values and vision

– Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves

– Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular

– Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission

What we can offer:

• Gaining experience in a friendly and multicultural environment
• Learning about the operations of a multinational organization
• Possible participation in conferences online and in-person
• Learning about African Union (AU) and Regional Bodies institutions and policies
• Learning about international network building
• Learning about project management and project implementation
• Personal and professional growth through various courses and teambuilding activities