UK-based peacebuilding charity seeks programme interns to become actively involved in programmes,
providing meaningful assistance to the organisation as it carries out its mission.
Concordis International is a UK registered charity which runs peacebuilding programmes in Central African Republic, Cameroon, Chad, Sudan and South Sudan.
Our vision is for every community affected by armed conflict to have the resources they need to manage future conflicts peacefully. Concordis works alongside those involved in or affected by armed conflict, helping them find workable solutions that address the root causes of conflict and contribute to lasting peace and economic development. We’re committed to finding solutions that benefit women as well as men, young and old, those in armed groups as well as those who chose not to take up arms, national governments
as well as civil society.
Concordis welcomes applications from potential interns who have:
• An interest in peacebuilding at a conceptual level and a curiosity about how it works in practice
• A relevant masters degree in international relations, development studies, conflict analysis or
similar (some of our interns work with us while completing their masters)
• Professional level French and English (Arabic would be a bonus)
Position: Programme Intern
Location: Working from home (interns are welcome to join team meetings when in London)
Duration: 6 months, minimum three days per week. Working hours can be flexible and we are able
to accommodate different time zones.
Remuneration: Volunteer; there is no salary or stipend, but Concordis will reimburse reasonable
expenses including a small daily lunch allowance of £5/day.
Training: Concordis will ensure interns receive a high level of relevant experience, including
training from senior members of staff
Closing date: 16th February 2025
Start date: mid-end March 2025
Reporting to: Programme Development Manager & Operations Manager
Overview: Programme interns work directly with the Concordis programme teams on all aspects
of designing, implementing and evaluating peacebuilding programmes. The main areas
of work in which interns are involved include research, conflict analysis, media reviews
and report writing. Interns monitor international and regional institutions and grant
making organisations for funding opportunities. Programme interns may also be asked
to acquire new skills or to work with new technology and will be expected to take their
turn in tasks such as monitoring the security of teams on the road.
Concordis seeks to build relationships of trust and respect, considering this to be at the
heart of successful peace processes. The work of all members of the Concordis team
is required to conform to and advance such an approach.
Applications: Please send a covering letter and two page CV to [email protected]
Note that CVs that are longer than 2 pages will not be considered.
In your covering letter, please explain:
• Why you would like to work with Concordis International.
• How your skills and experience will be of assistance during the internship.
• Your proficiency in French, English and Arabic.
• How you hope to see your career develop in the future.
• When you would be available to start an internship
• How you would plan to combine working at Concordis with your other time commitments.