Administration Internship Volunteer Roles

 Days per week: Minimum 3 days a week.

Duration: 3 - 4 Months

Start date:  w/c 21st October 2024

Deadline for applications: 6 October 2024

Interviews will be held in the week commencing :7th October 2024

The Intern will be based within the Western Balkans team, working on rule of law and capacity building projects implemented in the region; in particular, there will be a focus on the capacity building of judiciaries.

The Western Balkans team has, for over a decade and a half, conducted a series of long-term rule of law programmes in partnership with domestic institutions and courts in the region. The aim of these programmes is to promote the national implementation of the European Convention on Human Rights, assist the process of European integration by strengthening the rule of law and the full recognition of human rights, and encourage regional cooperation amongst judges and legal professionals.

For example, the AIRE Centre in collaboration with Civil Rights Defenders organises the annual Regional Rule of Law Forum which brings together representatives of the ECtHR, presidents and representatives of the supreme courts and constitutional courts from the region, presidents of judicial councils, directors of judicial training academies and institutions, government agents before the Strasbourg Court, representatives of NGOs, and prominent legal experts to discuss some of the crucial issues Balkan countries face when it comes to the protection of human rights.

More information about previous Forums, can be found on our website.

The team also drafts publications and guides on an array of human rights and rule of law related issues which are distributed to judges and legal professionals in the region. A copy of our publication on Covid-19 and Human Rights, which was launched at our Seventh Annual Regional Rule of Law Forum in October 2020, and can be found on our website.

We have also, recently, launched a new initiative on gender and the judiciary, including the publication of our most recent guide on ECtHR jurisprudence on gender equality, available here:

On a day to day basis, the Intern can expect to draft summaries of ECtHR cases for our regional European Human Rights Bulletin, Database, and publications, conduct legal research and assist with the drafting and editing of guides and publications such as this guide on Covid-19 and Human Rights linked above.

More generally, the internship will involve (non-exhaustive):

• ·Legal research: European Court of Human Rights jurisprudence, human rights principles (specifically those of the ECHR), reports by Council of Europe and United Nations bodies, and academic commentary.
• ·Drafting: Case summaries, narratives of ECHR articles, reports and publications to support the preparation of materials for training seminars, and background briefs/notes.
• ·Supporting the Western Balkans team/the AIRE Centre at national and international events. International events may involve accompanying the legal team to seminars and conferences.
• ·Administrative tasks: Keeping effective files and assisting the office/team with any ad-hoc tasks. Interns are required to assist with administrative tasks as they arise.

All your legal work will be checked by your allocated supervisor. There will be opportunity to sit down with your supervisor and review your work and internship. We also like to assist current Interns with their future career plans.

Essential Criteria:

·A completed LLB / GDL or equivalent.

·A firm understanding of the European Convention on Human Rights and its case-law

·Excellent research and drafting skills

·A high standard of both written and spoken English

·The ability to work a minimum of 3 days a week for a minimum of three months

Desirable Criteria:

·A completed LLM or MA in Law/Human Rights

·Knowledge of the French language

·A quick learner

·The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision

·Excellent verbal and oral communication skills

·Proficiency with Microsoft Office packages

·Familiarity with the legal reform process in the Western Balkans

Remuneration:

All of our internships are unpaid. However, we do cover up to £30 of expenses e.g. travel or lunch for the days worked at the office.

 Opportunity Awaits

International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is on the lookout for skilled experts and adult students passionate about FUNDRAISING, MARKETING, and GRANT WRITING. Proficiency in English, Swahili, Thai, or Bahasa Indonesia is a requirement for this unique opportunity. Whether you're an experienced professional or a university student seeking an internship, IHF invites you to make a global impact from the comfort of your home.

Why Volunteer with IHF?

•  Connect with diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds while contributing to the brighter future of children worldwide.

•  IHF, an award-winning International Non-profit, has been active since 2001, offering a reputable platform for impactful volunteering.

•  Volunteer at your own pace, whether it's an hour a month or a daily commitment.

 Our Two-Fold Mission

• Educate Impoverished Children: Activate their highest potential and foster healthy, loving communities.

• Educate Global Citizens: Provide real-life experiences, online and in person, about the realities of impoverished communities, practical skills for aiding efforts, and the value of diverse cultures.

 Teams Awaiting Your Expertise

�� Fundraising Team

�� Grant Writing Team

�� PR Marketing Team

�� Sponsor-Donor Drive & Relations

 How to Apply

Visit our website to apply and submit your CV. 

Application Requirements

Please provide the following:

- Country of residence or driver's license

- Police clearance for countries requiring it (such as Kenya)

- Date of graduation, name of institution, department, and diploma category (undergraduate, two-year degree, master's)

- A photo of your diploma or further details if your diploma is not available

Our dedicated team will reach out to you within 24 hours.

 Contact Us

For any inquiries, feel free to reach out to our Volunteer Team via our website.

 Internship Opportunities

University students seeking valuable experience can explore internship opportunities within IHF's dynamic environment.

 Join IHF - Where Your Skills Transform Lives!

Embark on a journey to create a positive impact globally. Your expertise in fundraising, marketing, and grant writing can make a significant difference. Apply now and be part of IHF's mission to create a brighter future for children around the world! 

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Your role as a placement volunteer will help make a great contribution to the work of the British Red Cross. You will take responsibility for achieving specific objectives that are agreed with you within one of the various departments across the UK. You will have a real responsibility and place in the department, bringing some of your skills and experience to the role; you will also have the chance to develop workplace skills. While we don’t offer voluntary internships, we are happy for you to describe yourself as an intern on your CV, if you feel that would be helpful.

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Location: The placement will take place on a remote basis, from the volunteer's home, but there may be occasional travel to London and/or other regional offices to attend and support at meetings.

Bursary Scheme: The British Red Cross offers a bursary scheme to those placement volunteers from low-income households. Eligibility will be determined through a separate application process open to all short-listed candidates. All British Red Cross volunteers are entitled to out-of-pocket reasonable expenses. For this scheme we are defining low-income households as: Inside London: Living with family or partner £25,000 or under. Living independently £22.500 or under Outside London: Living with family or partner £18,500 or under. Living independently £16,500 or under

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The British Red Cross is committed to being inclusive, with a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible diversity of backgrounds, cultures and experiences – including disabled and ethnic minority candidates. We value fresh perspectives and insights gained by involving and welcoming people from the widest possible diversity of background, culture and experience. This is to contribute to the breadth of experience we need to respond to people in crisis.

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Our free humanitarian education aims to support educators across the UK with teaching resources, session plans and professional development courses. One of the key parts of our programme is our resilience topic, including resources which help young people to cope with challenges.

We are looking to improve our resilience resources in co-production with young people. This volunteer placement would be involved in running the co-production sessions with young people from across the UK, gathering insights and ideas. The role will assist our content development team to implement these ideas by creating new humanitarian educational resources.

We want to ensure that our resilience building resources are relevant and exciting for young people, including accessible formats of learning and focusing on challenges young people are really facing. Your insights will bring a new perspective to the team, helping us to engage young people during both the co-production project and through the final resource you help to produce.

What you will be doing:

• Gathering and interpreting insights from young people to inform and propose decisions about the educational products created.
• Writing, editing and reviewing educational products.

Skills you will need:

• Interpersonal and communication skills to engage participants in the co-production project and work collaboratively as part of the team.
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills to create engaging and relevant learning activities, guidance for teachers and more.
• Time management skills as you may be working on multiple parts of the project at one time.

What's in it for you

• Meet new people and be part of a supportive and inclusive team
• A great opportunity to develop your existing skills and gain new ones
• All training and induction for the role (there is no charge for training)
• Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role including for attending training
• An opportunity to be part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation and the knowledge that you are making a difference to people’s lives

Please ensure you mention your education, experience & skills you acquire related to this role in your application.