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WORLD FEDERATION OF UNITED NATIONS ASSOCIATIONS FEDERATION MONDIALE DES ASSOCIATIONS POUR LES NATIONS UNIES A peoples’ movement for the United Nations
Position Description for Development Intern Starting date: 1 May 2011, apply by 10 April 2011 Location: New York Category: Full-time (40hrs/week), 6-month duration, unpaid internship
General Overview The World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA) is a global nonprofit organization working for a stronger and more effective United Nations. Established in 1946, we represent and coordinate a membership of over 100 United Nations Associations and their thousands of members. WFUNA’s programs focus on issues such as the Responsibility to Protect, climate change, human rights, and nuclear disarmament. Our organization has offices at the United Nations in both New York and Geneva, and hosts interns in both locations. www.wfuna.org
Position Description - Development Intern The Development Intern will assist WFUNA’s Development Officer with the organization’s fundraising activities. Fundraising is the lynchpin that allows WFUNA to complete both its day-to-day activities and run its programs. All activities and programs of WFUNA rely on outside funding. This is a unique opportunity to be exposed to the diverse nature of fundraising work and to hone interpersonal, communications, and marketing skills. Responsibilities include: Researching prospects, such as corporations, foundations, individuals and governments Event planning Working with program coordinators in compiling information for grant applications Grant and fundraising application writing and adapting, and drafting correspondence such as Letters of Inquiry Tracking fundraising activities and deadlines Assisting with donor acknowledgement Updating the development database with relevant information Assisting with the organization of fundraising events Some of the opportunities: The development intern will have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with key issues at the UN under each WFUNA program under the headings of Peace and Security, Sustainable Development, and Human Rights.
WFUNA New York office: One UN Plaza, DC1 – 1177 Phone 212 963 5610; Fax 212 963 0447; Email
[email protected]
WFUNA Geneva Office: E4 – 2A; Palais des Nations Phone 41 22 917 3239; Fax 917 0185 Email
[email protected]
Website www.wfuna.org
WORLD FEDERATION OF UNITED NATIONS ASSOCIATIONS FEDERATION MONDIALE DES ASSOCIATIONS POUR LES NATIONS UNIES A peoples’ movement for the United Nations
The WFUNA Secretariat is located at UN Headquarters in New York. The Development Intern will have access to the United Nations building, conferences and events and resources such as the UN Library. This position offers an excellent networking opportunity – the Development Intern will be able to make contact with UN staff, diplomats, UNA members, academics, and NGOs, and meet other interns from around the world who are working at the UN.
Additional requirements:
Applicant must be self-motivated, energetic, be vigilant about staying on tasks and meeting deadlines Strong writing, excellent communications, and solid organizational skills are necessary Preference will be given to candidates who possess prior experience in the field of fundraising and/or philanthropy, coupled with an interest in international affairs. Fluency in English is required; knowledge of a foreign language is a plus.
To apply, please go to www.wfuna.org/intern and follow the instructions at the bottom of the page.
WFUNA New York office: One UN Plaza, DC1 – 1177 Phone 212 963 5610; Fax 212 963 0447; Email
[email protected]
WFUNA Geneva Office: E4 – 2A; Palais des Nations Phone 41 22 917 3239; Fax 917 0185 Email
[email protected]
Website www.wfuna.org
