Programme Assistant Internship

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

Please note: ability (and visa) to live and work in the Netherlands for a period of at least six months are necessary.

We have an interesting opening for an active and vibrant individual, who wants to work in a high paced environment. The internship will be 6 months, with good prospects of obtaining a junior professional post after completion of the internship. The intern will have the opportunity to develop their skills, gain practical work experience, and familiarise themselves with the multi-dimensionality of the development and peacebuilding field. In addition, this internship provides you with a worldwide network of colleagues and clients.

Tasks

While all will depend on our assignments, tasks may include:

• Conducting background research and literature reviews;
• Analysing field data and coordinating reports;
• Assist in identifying and writing tender documents;
• English editing, translation and formatting reports;
• Prepare training materials;
• Liaise and support senior consultants based around the world;
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field, Bachelor’s degree is acceptable if the candidate has relevant work experience;
• Experience in research and writing;
• Experience with data (Stata) is an advantage;
• Business proficiency in English, knowledge of French is an advantage;
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, in particular Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel;
• Possessing a driver’s license is a plus.

Core skill set

• Flexibility and adaptability to ever-changing needs and responsibilities;
• Strong communicative, organisational and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment;
• Flexibility in working hours;
• Passion for international development;
• Being committed to TI aims and values;
• Ability (and visa) to live and work in the south of the Netherlands for a period of at least six months.

Conditions

TI offers an informal, innovative, and dynamic learning environment. Lunches are provided at the office and housing is available against a small fee. No payment will be made under this contract.

Applicants must have a laptop which they can work from with Microsoft Office installed (due to previous compatibility difficulty, no Apple devices).

Please be aware that non-EU citizens need a visa to stay more than 90 days in the Netherlands. Transition International is not in a position to help the intern obtain a visa. As such, any non-EU candidate applying for this position should have a valid visa for 6 months.