Development Intern (Unpaid)

International Rescue Committee•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. SCOPE OF WORK: The International Rescue Committee (IRC), works in the United States welcomes newly arrived refugees and immigrants, supports them in their resettlement, and provides holistic services to help them build new lives in their communities. The IRC’s Resettlement, Asylum, and Integration (RAI) department creates opportunities for refugees and other vulnerable migrants to survive and thrive in the US. The IRC in New York & New Jersey (IRC NYNJ) local program office supports a diverse group of clients including refugees, asylees, asylum seekers, trafficking survivors, and immigrants. The IRC NYNJ programs are focused on case management, economic empowerment, health and wellness, immigration services, anti-trafficking support, and more. Our strength and success lie within our core values of Service, Accountability, Equality, and Integrity. We are strongly motivated by our clients and are dedicated to delivering high-impact and quality programs.

Requirements

Volunteers must be based in the U.S.
Interns must be enrolled in post-secondary institution or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within last 2 years.

Responsibilities

Maintain and update story catalog with client stories and case studies in line with the Development Storytelling Strategy.
Liaise with program departments to curate stories.
Develop Assets used for donor communications including Annual reports, welcome packet, one pagers and more.
Track RSVPs and support planning, briefing, day of and post-event activities.
Assist with private grants: prepare deliverable sheet and maintain report/grant tracker.
Bi-weekly in-person tasks from New York City Office such as mailing.
Additional administrative tasks and projects as they arise.