Job Description:

This non-profit agency has an opening for a Social Advocacy Intern in its Health Initiatives department. The Advocacy Intern will work within the Health Initiatives Department assisting with grassroots advocacy efforts. Activities will include:

• Recruiting members & volunteers
• Coordinating support for fundraisers
• Activities related to Division and National Campaigns.
• Research and advocacy on policies
• Assist in field operations, volunteer and event coordination.
• Communications
• Campaign management

The Advocacy Intern will also assist with Health Initiatives outreach and program support. Skills necessary for this internship include:

• Experience in public speaking to groups of all ages
• Writing and research
• Adequate communication skills
• Computer skills with basic office programs
• Independent planning and execution of specific tasks

Company Profile:

This non-profit organization was founded in 1995 and is a recognised leader in the field of international volunteering. Each year, over 4,000 people volunteer this organization in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe in the areas of care giving, teaching, healtcare and community development.. Their global infrastructure supports over 250 sustainable community initiatives. No other international volunteer program has such a global presence and community-centered approach toward volunteering abroad.

To most effectively support you and the local projects they work with, this organization is part of the community, working in partnership with grassroots organizations. With so many thousands of people relying on them worldwide, they are committed to excellence in everything they do.