ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Internews Global Technology Program (GTP) program works to engage and support local organizations, advocates, and human rights defenders around the globe to effectively advocate for an open and accessible internet in their countries.

The GTP Policy Seasonal Project Assistant will assist with logistical, research, and administrative support for Internews’ GTP Program’s Policy team. They will have the opportunity to gain experience in program administration, grant management, and Internews’ work to foster independent media and access to information worldwide. This internship position will report to the Senior Program Officer- GTP and will work closely with the GTP team.

LOGISTICS

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Internews’ headquarters and global offices are closed or partially remote. Internews staff are currently working remotely until at least 1 July 2021. Until further notice, this position will also function remotely. Ultimately, this position will be fully remote.

Remote candidates based anywhere in the US will be considered. This position is not eligible for relocation assistance, and you must have work authorization in your location that does not require sponsorship from Internews.

Wherever possible, we work to try to find solutions for international hiring that work for both the company and the candidate. This means that some of the particulars around the offer for a role will be dependent on several factors, and that the benefits and salary structure that apply to a position will ultimately be based upon the candidate’s location and where the role is hired.

OUR COMMITMENT TO FOSTERING A CULTURE OF BELONGING

We are an organization of dynamic, mission-driven individuals who are passionate about our core values and about supporting positive change in the world. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation and flexibility. We believe that diverse teams are strong teams and work to support an ethic of belonging, dignity, and justice for all people. Our current team includes a mix of genders, parents, and non-parents, and people of multiple races, nationalities, ages, sexual orientations and socio-economic backgrounds. We are EEO employer and encourage candidates of all races, genders, ages, orientations, ethnicities, and national origins to apply, and welcome those with alternative backgrounds and experiences.
DAY-TO-DAY TASKS will include:

Program Administration Support- the Seasonal Project Assistant will assist with the following tasks related to administration and implementation of internet policy programs:

• Perform research, data analysis, and writing in support of program activities;
• Assist with program logistics, including technology arrangements, meeting schedules and online trainings;
• Assist with invoicing, expense payments and other basic financial procedures;
• Update and monitor financial and programmatic trackers to ensure deadlines are met;
• Assist with report review and compilation as needed;
• Assist with coordination of podcast on privacy and data protection;
• Monitor and collect partner deliverables and reports;
• Attend virtual ICT and policy related events and other external meetings as necessary;
• Other duties as assigned;

• In all duties, an understanding of and demonstrated commitment to upholding Internews’ Core Values.

QUALIFICATIONS WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor’s degree or in final years of Bachelor’s program;
• Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing;
• Editorial and/or copyediting experience;
• Background in internet freedom, media development, political science, international relations, or communications is preferred but not required;
• Experience with website editing preferred. Work on multimedia products and with audio software a plus.

Note: Candidates who do not have these preferred qualifications, but who are interested and willing to learn, are encouraged to apply.

This position is being offered and hired by Internews Network. Benefits will be consistent with Internews Network’s offerings and will be reviewed during the hiring process. Additional information can be found on our About Working for Internews page.

Internews Network is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. Internews does not discriminate based on race, gender, gender identity or orientation, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.