Program Internship

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 the MENA region, and will give interns an opportunity to practice high-level, professional skills. Interns must be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) and must commit for 3 months minimum and may be asked to stay for a maximum of 6 months, pending a mid-term review. We are looking for an intern to begin as soon as possible. Responsibilities: Assisting with grant proposal development for country and regional programs. Researching contextual information to enhance program design. Assisting with donor reports and other communications. Support the Lebanon team’s communications strategy, including compiling updates, adding website content, and creating visibility pieces for social media. Performing other supportive duties 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 responsibilities Required Qualifications: Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills in English and Arabic (native or near-native). Computer proficiency. Interest in peacebuilding and conflict transformation. Familiarity with the Lebanese context. Ability to live in Beirut, Lebanon. Comfort in cross-cultural contexts. Ability to maintain professionalism, creativity, and enthusiasm while working in a fast-paced, multi-cultural 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: Ability to communicate in Arabic preferred.

Please send a (1) resume, (2) cover letter, and (3) writing sample (400-600 words: NO MORE) to jghazal@sfcg.org. In the cover letter, besides highlighting your qualifications, please include the dates you will be available, the number of hours per week you are able to commit, and your goal for how the internship