Progressive Voice (PV)’s Internship position
Deadline : 25 January 2017
Country : Thailand or Local
Duration : February 2017 ( three months with possibility of extension)
Positions : Research Intern (Local) and Research Intern (Thailand)
General Description
Progressive Voice (PV) is a participatory rights-based policy research and advocacy organization rooted in civil society, maintaining strong networks and relationships with grassroots organizations and community-based organizations throughout Myanmar. It acts as a bridge to the national policy makers, international community and international policymakers, amplifying voices from the ground, and advocating for a rights-based policy narrative.
Job Purpose
- To support the Progressive Voice team working closely with the Research Officer.
- To assist with research and develop written materials in English about pressing developments in Myanmar.
Essential
- Strong oral communication and written skills in English
- Strong commitment to and basic understanding of issues in Myanmar
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Proven computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
- Ability to communicate with people from different backgrounds and language
Desirable
- Experience in an advocacy, communications or campaign role in a non-profit organization
- Experience working on campaigns in Myanmar’s democracy movement
- Experience living and/or working in conflict-affected communities
- Language abilities in Thai, Burmese or any ethnic language from Myanmar a plus
Application Process
- Submit a cover letter, CV, and one reference in English.
- Take an interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit a writing sample.
*Please email your application to info@progressive-voice.org
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