Internship: South African Institute Of International Affairs

SAIIA is currently offering a Youth Programmes internship for a motivated and proactive university student.

The successful applicant must have experience with Model United Nations, and be excited about working with high school learners and teachers. Experience in environmental initiatives and previous volunteer experience with Youth@SAIIA is advantageous.

The Youth Programmes intern will be responsible for working with SAIIA’s Youth Development Officer to:

• Provide administrative and logistical support for Youth@SAIIA’s various events and conferences
• Assist in organising tutoring for high school learner participants
• Assist in organising topic talks and workshops for learners, teachers and university students
• Assist in writing Model United Nations and Environmental Sustainability topics guides
• Assist the Youth Development Officer in contributing to and maintaining Youth@SAIIA’s web and social media presence

Requirements:

• Ability to work 15-20 hours a week
• Ability to work independently on assigned projects
• Currently enrolled in a degree seeking programme at a university in Gauteng (position is based at SAIIA Headquarters in Braamfontein, Johannesburg). Students need to have completed at least three years of study to apply.
• Good planning and organising skills
• Previous experience with Model United Nations (experience with environmental programmes advantageous)

How to Apply: Applicants must submit a motivational letter and a CV by email to Desiree Kosciulek at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by fax at 086 295 1064.

Closing date: 6 February 2015 .