Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
France
Paris
Overview
Details
Internship Dates: November 2022/ December 2022/ January 2023
Interns will:
- Research human rights crises and issues in the Arab Gulf region and their relations to the international human rights legal framework;
- Draft policy papers and advocacy letters to support ADHRB’s mission and advocacy in the French parliament and Ministry of Foreign Affairs;
- Assist in ADHRB’s preparations for engaging with the United Nations Human Rights Council;
- Attend and report on events, briefings, and other relevant meetings in the French parliament and Ministry of Foreign Affairs during legislative and parliamentary sessions;
- Attend meetings with international and national actors, including NGOs to discuss human rights in Bahrain;
- Attend meetings with policymakers to discuss human rights in Bahrain and the Arab Gulf region;
- Organize events and panels at local universities and in parliament to brief policymakers, NGO partners, and members of the public;
- Strengthen national NGO partnerships through regular coordination and cooperation;
- Support social media activities and provide administrative support where needed.
Interested in the position?
Please send us your CV and cover letter in PDF format named SURNAME_Name_CV-CL to habdulla@adhrb.org with subject line European Advocacy Intern-Paris.
About us
Americans for Democracy and Human Rights in Bahrain (ADHRB) fosters awareness of and support for democracy and human rights in Bahrain by engaging with key actors within the US government to advocate for stronger US policies that support human rights for the Bahraini people. ADHRB also works with NGO coalitions, members of the Bahraini-American community, international human rights bodies, and the US public to advocate for the rights of the Bahraini people.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Qualifications and skills
The ideal candidate will be currently enrolled in a graduate program and have an undergraduate degree in Political Science, International Relations, Law, or a related field with:
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
- Motivation, strong organizational skills, and ability to be self-starting;
- Proficiency at Microsoft Office and social media platforms, in particular Twitter;
- An interest in the Middle East and North Africa, or democracy and human rights promotion;
- Ability to commit to 40 hours per week.
Languages and location
- Candidates must be fluent in written and spoken English;
- This program could be conducted remotely.
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
Office-less, unpaid internship.
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
