Background
International Social Service (ISS) founded in 1924 is a non-governmental, non-sectarian, non-profit and independent membership organization, composed of representatives of national bodies pursuing common aims through a network of social work and legal services.
The ISS head office is the General Secretariat (GS) located in Geneva, Switzerland.
ISS strives to protect, defend, and support children, families and individuals separated as a consequence of cross-border migration. ISS aims to ensure that respect for human rights is accorded to all individuals, particularly children.
More information can be found on our website at www.iss-ssi.org.
The ISS General Secretariat – Network Development & Training (NDT) Unit – offers a 6-month internship position focusing on research and identification of new partners, the engagement of current partners at the Network, capacity-building, monitoring, and evaluation of the progress. The intern will work closely with the Director of Network Development & Partnerships and the Network Development Coordinator. The internship offers a unique experience working in an international NGO and learning from a multidisciplinary team while interacting with different actors in the field worldwide.
Main Responsibilities
- Identify and conduct negotiations with potential partners in underrepresented regions.
- Conduct due-diligence for potential partners candidacies according to the ISS Membership Procedures.
- Ensure effective communication between the General Secretariat and the Network members.
- Assist with the design and content of NDT communication materials such as leaflets, presentations, newsletters, etc.
- Helped manage online platforms related to Network management, including Airtable, Extranet, and the server.
- Perform ad hoc activities as needed.
Qualifications & Skills
- University degree in social sciences, management, communication, administration, or relevant fields.
- Experience working in a multicultural environment, NGO or International Organizations is a plus.
- Fluent both written and spoken in English, with working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is a plus.
- Great interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Advanced computer skills, experience with design tools (e.g., Canva) is a plus.
- Self-motivated with strong problem-solving abilities.
- High level of autonomy yet with a profound team spirit.
- Excellent organizational, planning and time management abilities.
How to apply
Work percentage: negotiable
Remuneration: unpaid
Starting date: as soon as possible, as agreed with the successful applicant
Length of collaboration: 6 months
Deadline for applications: February 16th, 2025
Location: remote
If you are interested, please send your CV (max two pages) and cover letter (max one page) in PDF format with the subject heading “NDT Internship Application_2025” to cooperation@iss-ssi.org.
[ Please note that this is an unpaid internship ]