28 de jan. de 2012

Program Support Internship (6 hours/day - 30 hours a week) WINGS - WORLDWIDE INITIATIVES FOR GRANTMAKER SUPPORT

About us
WINGS (Worldwide Initiatives for Grantmaker Support) is a global, independent, not-for-profit network that brings together over 150 associations and support organizations serving philanthropy in 54 countries around the world.  The WINGS network:
Creates learning and support opportunities for its members; 
Develops communication and collaboration tools and platforms; and,
Contributes to the strengthening of philanthropy worldwide.
www.wingsweb.org
 
Responsibilities
The intern will get first-hand experience in program planning and implementation.  The list of duties includes, but is not limited to: 
Work with WINGS team to plan, organize and implement programs and events such as peer learning events, webinars,  and regional meetings;
Support the maintenance of  WINGS website, Facebook and Twitter accounts; 
Support the knowledge management project through research, data input and analysis;
Communicate and connect with WINGS network members as needed; and,
Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.
 
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is:
Able to work independently and as part of a team to achieve common goals;
Self-starter and problem-solver;
Interested in and sensitive to working with diverse cultures in an international nonprofit organization with a global scope. 
 
Skills required: 
Fluency in English;
PC computer literacy and familiarity with databases;
Knowledge of Social Media sites (Facebook, Twitter,  YouTube, and Blogs);
Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel;
Excellent communication skills (written, in-person, and by telephone); and,
2nd or 3rd year undergraduate student from the following programs: international relations, public administration, social sciences or communications/public relations.
 
Logistics
Must be able to work 6 hours per day
Office is located in Itaim-Bibi, São Paulo
Stipend (bolsa auxílio): R$ 900,00 (novecentos reais) per month
Starting date: March 2012 (interviewing process in February 2012)
 
To Apply 
Please send:
1. Your resume in English
2. Brief cover letter listing your strongest skills and stating why you are interested in working for WINGS (also in English) to info@wingsweb.org  by February 6th.  Candidates will be interviewed on the week of February 13-17.