Programme and Fundraising Paid Internship

Project Harar has an exciting new role for a full-time Programme and Fundraising Assistant paid internship. We are a small international charity treating children with cleft lip and palate and complex facial conditions across Ethiopia.

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate intern for one year, starting in early June. You will gain experience in all areas of our work, working with our UK and Ethiopia teams. You will also work closely with our CEO to support logistics for a complex surgical programme in Addis Ababa to treat Survivors of Noma.

Role Overview: We are seeking a passionate, dedicated and committed person for a one-year internship starting early June 2025. This role involves working closely with our CEO and engaging in a range of projects, with a strong emphasis on fundraising, events and support across the organisation. You will support logistics for a complex surgical programme in Addis Ababa to treat survivors of Noma.

Key Responsibilities:

●      Support the CEO in various initiatives, as and when required.

●      Contribute to a new program focused on raising awareness about Noma (a disease primarily affecting malnourished children in impoverished areas). Must be willing to travel to Ethiopia as part of our Complex Surgical Programme working with a volunteer medical team..

●      Collaborate with our program team in Ethiopia. 

●      Assist the CEO in planning and executing complex surgical programs.

●      Help the Fundraising Manager organise and support fundraising events, campaigns and donor engagement activities.

●      Provide support by coordinating communications and logistics.

●      Gain a deep understanding of our fundraising platforms and contribute to their optimisation.

●      Learn and apply design skills to create engaging materials for our campaigns and events.

Requirements:

●      Degree in International Development, Geography, Economics, Business or a related field with a strong interest in global health and development.

●      Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

●      Flexibility and willingness to adapt to evolving project needs.

●      Self-motivated, with the ability to work under pressure and use initiative when required.

●      Strong numerical and analytical skills.

●      Excellent communication, organisational and teamwork abilities.

●      Interest or experience in fundraising and event coordination.

●      Willingness to learn design tools and contribute creatively to our materials.

●      Strong interest in global health and charity working overseas.

Project Harar is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.