ABOUT THE ONE CAMPAIGN
ONE is a global, nonpartisan organization fighting for a more just world by demanding the investments needed to create economic opportunities and healthier lives in Africa. We do this by deploying trusted and dynamic advocacy that leverages hard-hitting data, credible grassroots activism, creative political engagement, and strategic partnerships. We use all this to influence decision-makers to take action and tackle the world’s biggest challenges. Read more at www.one.org.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Campaigns Intern will support our Brussels team with the development and delivery of our public-facing campaign work and will work closely with our volunteer network, the ‘ONE Youth Ambassadors’. ONE Youth Ambassadors are a dedicated team of volunteers who electrify our campaigns across Europe. They engage decision makers, work with the media, and encourage the public to sign ONE petitions through online activity and local events.
This internship will begin the week of the 26th of August 2024 and will run until December 2024. This internship will take place in our office in Brussels, and the candidate is required to be a resident in Belgium for the duration of the internship. There are designated days of the week on which staff are required to come to the office but there is some degree of working remotely. The Campaigns Intern will report to the Campaigns Manager and work closely with the Campaigns Coordinator.
IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL
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- Support ONE’s campaigning and public mobilization efforts on global health, assisting the team with event planning and execution.
- Support the team to deliver an active and effective Youth Ambassador program in Belgium, helping to prepare briefing materials and execute logistics related to our annual lobby days and other events.
- Promote the work of the campaigns team in Brussels and across Europe, within the organization.
- Identify opportunities and events to engage our Youth Ambassadors.
- Provide general administrative and database support as required.
- Perform any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor or designee.
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
- Passion for creating change is most important, ideally with experience in campaigning and/or advocacy;
- Preferably a degree (or equivalent) in International Development, Communications, International Relations or similar;
- Attention to detail, with excellent office skills and experience in using MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
- Good communication skills and excellent command of English (written and spoken); good command of French and/or Dutch is an asset;
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, keeping calm under pressure and solution focused;
- Ability to work together effectively with people from various cultural backgrounds;
- Proven interest in campaigning, international development and Africa;
- Ability to consistently apply good judgment and make good and responsible decisions;
- Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times.
- Right to work in the EU
INTERESTED? LET’S CHAT
If you are ready to join the fight against extreme poverty and preventable disease, please submit a CV and a cover letter in English (explaining why you are the best person for the job) on ONE jobs by 5h July 2024. Applications received beyond that point may be reviewed on a rolling basis; we will conclude the search once we have identified a suitable candidate. Candidates that do not provide cover letters will not be considered.
The internship is remunerated 1,035. euros net and is under a CIP (Convention d'Immersion Professionelle).
We are looking for someone to preferably to start the week of the 26th of August 2024.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, we are only able to contact those who we decide to interview. No phone calls please.
Only candidates authorized to work in the EU without any restrictions need apply.
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We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants. When an applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to compete for a job, they may request it orally or in writing (please email [email protected]). ONE will process requests for reasonable accommodation and will provide reasonable accommodations where appropriate, in a prompt and efficient manner.
We understand that a diversity of strengths, experiences, and backgrounds makes our team stronger. If this position interests you, we encourage you to apply and tell us why you are a great candidate for the role. ONE does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. To learn more about our diversity and inclusion work and priorities, visit https://www.one.org/us/about/diversity/.
Due to the number of inquiries that ONE receives, we thank all candidates for their interest yet only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.