Implementation Intern

Summary of Position SFCG seeks a professional, motivated, and creative intern to join the Lebanon team. Based in Beirut, Lebanon, the intern will provide support to SFCG’s country office. Duties of this internship will contribute to the development of programs for sustainable peace and conflict transformation in Lebanon. This vacancy will provide the opportunity to practice high-level professional skills in a dynamic work environment. Interns must be available to work at least 20-30 hours per week and must commit for 4 months minimum and may be asked to stay for a maximum of 6 months, pending a mid-term review. We are looking for a candidate that can begin as soon as possible. Responsibilities The intern will play an important role in project planning and implementation. The intern will provide direct support to the Projects Managers and other staffers as needed. Specific duties include: Conducting research and preparing relevant documents related to partnership strategies. Developing a glossary for specific terminologies. Following-up on the submission of reports from project teams. Developing a contacts database of potential partners among civil society and the private sector, and compiling an integrated mailing list for distributing key messages, updates, and successes. Helping in planning events, workshops, meetings, and conference calls, and assisting in relevant invitations and logistical preparations. Taking meetings minutes and activity notes and preparing reports when needed. Providing support to other projects as needed. As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key duties. Required Qualifications BA or MA (completed or in progress) in Business Administration, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field. Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills in Arabic and English. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel. Interest in peacebuilding and conflict transformation. Familiarity with the Lebanese context. Comfort in cross-cultural environments. Ability to maintain professionalism, creativity, and enthusiasm while working in a fast-paced, multicultural environment with minimal supervision. Self-starter, able to work independently, and willing to take on tasks small and large. Prior international or cross-cultural experience. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in Arabic (French is a plus)