Détails de l'annonce
Organisation : Handicap International Belgium
Site web : http://www.handicapinternational.be
Adresse email : c.stubbe@hi.org
Lieu de l'emploi : Brussels /
Fichier :advocacy_trainee_s2_2019_final.pdf
Type d'emploi : Stage
Type de contrat : Temps plein
Fonction : Plaidoyer
Date de publication : 29/08/2019
Date limite : 18/09/2019
Profil
Candidate profile (skills, knowledge & interests)
Master Degree (could be under preparation), preferably in development, global health, education policy, political sciences, international relations studies or law
- Previous experience/knowledge on education policies, and/or disarmament topics, an asset.
Analytical and problem solving skills
Capacity to analyse and synthesize information
Very good writing skills in English
Self-organized and attention to details
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others and towards shared objectives
Interest in the voluntary sector
Knowledge of a second working language such as French, Spanish or Dutch, an asset.
Master Degree (could be under preparation), preferably in development, global health, education policy, political sciences, international relations studies or law
- Previous experience/knowledge on education policies, and/or disarmament topics, an asset.
Analytical and problem solving skills
Capacity to analyse and synthesize information
Very good writing skills in English
Self-organized and attention to details
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others and towards shared objectives
Interest in the voluntary sector
Knowledge of a second working language such as French, Spanish or Dutch, an asset.
Description
Humanity & Inclusion is looking for two bright and enthusiastic interns to assist the advocacy team, with a focus on i) international inclusive development (health and education) and ii) disarmament and protection of civilians
Starting date: October 2019
Duration : minimum 4 months – max 6 months
Location: Brussels
Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial international aid organization working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, our action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and their fundamental rights.
HI is a not-for-profit organization with no religious or political affiliation. It operates as a federation made up of a network of associations that provide it with human and financial resources, manage its projects and implement its actions and social mission.
For more details about the association, visit www.hi.org/ and http://blog.handicap-international.org/influenceandethics/
Context
You will join the Advocacy and Institutional Relations Unit (AIR) at Humanity & Inclusion office in Brussels. This unit coordinates, organizes, manages and implements the activities related to advocacy at Humanity & Inclusion.
Depending on your application and preference, you will work under the under the supervision of the Advocacy Officer on Inclusive Development or the Advocacy Officer on Disarmament and Protection of Civilians. You will also liaise with the other AIR team members. Throughout the traineeship, you will be regularly given feedback on your performance to help you grow.
Responsibilities and Learning Objectives
General objective: Support the implementation of the advocacy objectives in the area of inclusive development/disarmament and protection of civilians.
Main learning objectives:
You will be able to strengthen your understanding of the international and European policy frameworks, especially SDGs, disability rights, international humanitarian law, and players in your work area
You will be able to improve your skills for policy research and analysis, advocacy and communication as well as your organizational skills.
You will be able to gain an understanding of the ways of working of a busy NGO, in an international, multicultural environment.
Main tasks:
Monitoring policy developments in the areas of SDGs, disability rights, rehabilitation, global health /
or SDG 16, disarmament treaties, international humanitarian law and protection of civilians from armed violence.
Preparing policy briefs and updates for HI internal and external communication
Assisting with the preparation for and reporting on the participation of HI in international conferences and events: preparing background notes, blog articles, twitter, writing speeches, presentations, etc
Assisting with the organization of advocacy events : agenda setting, communication with participants and partners, preparation of materials (invitation, report, flyer, media pack)
Participating in relevant conferences, seminars and workshops, and NGO coordination groups
Participating in team meetings and team life events
Providing general administrative support as required
Apply by sending your CV and a short cover letter to b.bouniol@hi.org by 18 September. Please specify in your letter which internship you’re applying to: development, or disarmament, or both.
In the subject line, please indicate “XXYOUR NAMEXX application for internship development”; or “XXYOUR NAMEXX application for internship disarmament”; or “XXYOUR NAMEXX application for internship disarmament or development”.