Organisation: Canadian NGO – The Shanti Uganda Society
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Shanti:
Shanti Uganda is a grassroots organization committed to sustainable community based development, mother-centered care and the yogic principles of self-less service. The Shanti Uganda Society improves infant and maternal health, provides safe women-centered care and supports the well-being of birthing mothers and women living with HIV/AIDS in Uganda. We imagine a world where birthing mothers and women living with HIV/AIDS are supported, empowered and able to develop to their full potential.
Job Summary: The Interns are desired for the upcoming Volunteer Internship Positions in Uganda.
Summer Internship Dates – May 1 – Aug 31 2014
Fall Internship Dates – Sept 1 – Dec 31 2014
Winter Internship Dates – Jan 1 – April 30 2015
NB: Please note, there is some flexibility in exact dates. Let us know if you would like to adjust the placement dates, or length of time. Applicants wishing to stay longer than 4 months are encouraged.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Research and apply monthly for grant proposals, awards and endowments
- Develop and strengthen partnerships between organizations and potential funders and maintain ongoing communication
- Maintain ongoing communication history and reporting requirements in partnership and funding database
- Compile and prepare organizational background presentations for prospective donor meetings
- Support the Project Coordinator in preparing annual and quarterly reports for District
- Health and Sub-County offices
- Research and source out local short, medium and long-term sustainable fundraising means and draft a working fundraising strategy proposal based on findings at end of placement
- Organize one major Shanti Uganda fundraising event in Uganda
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- All applicants should preferably hold degrees in International Development Studies or Non-Profit Management
- Prior experience drafting grant proposals will be an added advantage
- Superb independent research and analytical skills
- Computer literacy skills i.e. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel and Google docs
- Possess the ability to handle multiple projects at once/respond to changing priorities
- Able to travel to locations to meet prospective partners and donors
- Proven experience meeting deadlines and goals
- Excellent organizational skills, keen attention to detail
- Exceptional networking, written and verbal communication skills
Internship Benefits:
- Make a sustainable, inspired, empowered contribution to the health and well-being of Ugandan women and their communities. Witness the deep impact of your involvement on an ongoing basis
- Gain valuable experience in not-for-profit management for those just starting off in their career
- Join other dynamic individuals committed to global change and experience the power of deep, sustainable, conscious activism
- Gain experience the beauty of Uganda, travel the region with other interns and participate in local celebrations and traditions with Shanti Uganda’s staff
How to Apply:
The successful applicants will be responsible for contributing a $450/month placement fee, which will provide them with shared accommodation in Shanti Uganda’s Volunteer House, airport pickup, a volunteer manual and ongoing support and evaluation from our Canadian Project Coordinator in Uganda. All interns will contribute a 30hr workweek and are encouraged to travel on weekends.
All internships will remain open until filled. Successful applicants will be required to submit an application form, liability & media release and reference letters.
Please apply be sending a cover letter and resume to Project Coordinator, Isabel Bacalao, [email protected] or Executive Director, Sadie St. Denis , [email protected]
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