Camapaign And Research Assistant - Mena

We are looking for a dynamic Campaign and Research Assistant to join our MENA team in Beirut. Current priorities for Crisis Action in Beirut include the ongoing conflict in Syria. As the organization’s regional hub we are also monitoring developments in Iraq, Yemen and other regional conflict zones, along with broader security and political trends in the region. You will have the opportunity to learn about global conflicts and interact with the world’s leading organizations committed to protecting civilians from armed conflict and with the leading media outlets in the Middle East. We are looking for assistants who are available to work for a minimum of six months full-time. Description of Internship: The Campaign and Research Assistant works with the staff members of our MENA team in the Beirut office. The work involves a range of duties including: Researching regional conflict situations; Liaising with leading international and local NGOs and the media; Coordinating work with Crisis Action’s eight other international offices; Monitoring regional media outlets and social media platforms Proof-reading translated English to Arabic translations and doing short translations from English to Arabic Administrative work such as maintaining contact lists, databases and the Arabic language website Requirements:The candidate must demonstrate: Superior organizational, writing and communication skills Sound political awareness of regional and international political and security dynamics Fluency in English and Arabic coupled with translation and proof-reading skills High levels of motivation and the ability to independently handle multiple time-sensitive tasks Proven admin and IT skills An easy-going personality capable of working in a tightly-knit global team