Shelter Centre is a non-governmental organisation registered in Switzerland, which supports the sector of humanitarian operations that responds to the transitional settlement and reconstruction needs of populations affected by conflicts and national disasters, from the emergency phase until durable solutions are reached.
Shelter Centre is looking to fill an entry-level position that will focus on supporting the Programme Manager with specific projects. The internship is for at least three months with a possible extension and is reimbursed with limited funding that will sustain a modest lifestyle in Geneva.
Shelter Centre has been contracted by donor organisations, including DFID, ECHO and IOM, to produce guidance on the humanitarian reform process and the coordination mechanisms, which are established following natural disasters. The intern will function as a Project Assistant and has the opportunity to be part of a team creating and managing the development of practical tools (shelter development, technical content and training) that have directly impact the way in which humanitarian shelter responses are coordinated.
Shelter Centre offers an ideal opportunity to gain a high level overview of how the humanitarian sector works with an insight into how the large international organisations operate. After their internship at Shelter Centre, many project assistants have gone on to work for humanitarian agencies, including CARE International, Cordaid, DFID, IOM, Oxfam and UNHCR.
Responsibilities will include:
- Providing technical input to guidelines and other publications
- Liaising with partner organisations in the technical aspects of shelter
- Working with other project assistants in organising workshops and conferences, especially the global, inter-sectoral Shelter Meeting
- Developing training material and learning platforms
- Possible project coordination
Personal specification
Essential:
- University degree or equivalent in engineering
- Strong interest in humanitarian work
- Able to create visual representation and training material
- Excellent written English skills with proven track record
- Editing and analytical abilities: written reports
- Highly computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Desirable:
- Immediate availability
- Good interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Adaptable and flexible to undertake various and urgent tasks
- Methodical and attentive to detail
- Ability to work independently and/or project management skills
- Proficiency in web development or Adobe publishing software such as InDesign or Illustrator
- Sense of humour
Notice to International Applicants
If you wish to apply you will be expected to already have a valid Swiss work permit or be an EU citizen. Shelter Centre is not in a position to sponsor entry to Switzerland. Please ensure you have the appropriate legal status for employment in Switzerland.
How to apply
Please send your CV and a letter of motivation in English to recruitment@sheltercentre.org Please mention the post “Engineering Internship” in the subject of your email.
In your letter please explain clearly the skills, experiences and characteristics that make you especially suited to the advertised role.
Shelter Centre does not set closing dates for applications; recruitment is ongoing as positions open up. We review every online application. Applicants will be contacted only if they are selected as a potential candidate.
Closing date: 30 May 2011 — Shelter Centre
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