We are looking for: A Business Development & Communications Intern

Posted 12 July 2024 in EMpower in the News, Careers   |   Share

About EMpower:

EMpower, a global philanthropic organisation, is dedicated to improving the lives and horizons of marginalised young people ages 10-24 in 15 emerging market countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Turkey. Through grants and other support (learning exchanges, technical assistance, thought partnering etc.), EMpower partners with ~125 local organisations working to strengthen education and livelihoods of young people, and to build their resilience, self-confidence, and well-being. Empower has offices in Hong Kong, Delhi, Singapore, London, and New York, as well as programme staff in Ghana, Istanbul, Mexico, Argentina, and South Africa. EMpower is at an exciting time in our evolution and organizational strengthening. In the past few years, we have grown in staff size and global footprint, with a deliberate focus on fostering a workplace that ensures diverse perspectives, opportunities for contribution, and belonging.

Our Vision: We are building a world where all young people at the margins, especially girls, have the skills, opportunities, and power to live their full potential. 

Our Mission: We partner with local organisations in emerging market countries, and other change-makers, to enable marginalised young people to transform their lives and communities.

Our Values: 

We experience and build a trusting connection with each other.

Our commitment is sustained by our integrity.

Together we drive flexible innovation.

Internship Overview

Internship Title: Business Development & Communications Intern

Reports to: Development Operations Assistant

Business Unit: Development

Location: United States (Remote)

Employment Status: Intern

% Time: 6 hours per week, flexible (3–6-month term, 6 month preferred)

Stipend: 65 USD per week.

Start Date: Flexible (August/September 2024)

Internship Summary

The Business Development & Communications Intern will gain skills in business development, fundraising events, communications, and CRM databases while helping to transform the lives of global marginalised youth via a remote-based internship requiring just 6-hours/week and offering a weekly stipend with the mission-based organisation EMpower - The Emerging Markets Foundation.

Primary Responsibilities

The Business Development & Communications Intern will support EMPower’s U.S.-based development team on projects related to business development, communications, charitable fundraising, donor cultivation and stewardship events, and Salesforce CRM database management. Examples include but are not limited to:

• Business development research and recommendations: (corporate and foundation donor prospects)
• CRM data entry and analysis
• Distilling applicable takeaways from Salesforce training sessions for staff
• Content updates to communication materials
• Event planning (venue research, developing communication materials, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills, Values and Education

The Business Development & Communications Intern contributes to efforts to improve the lives and horizons of marginalised young people ages 10-24 in emerging market countries. The desired skills & attributes needed for this role are listed below.

• Detail-oriented and organised
• Passionate to support EMpower's mission and learn about the nonprofit sector
• Highly self-motivated and able to work autonomously
• Adaptable to periodic shifting of priorities
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work from own computer equipped with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat and have access to reliable internet connection for remote-based work and virtual meetings.
• Self-starter; highly organized; proven ability to work independently, anticipate, prioritize, complete multiple projects and meet deadlines, with consistent attention to detail
• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; alignment with EMpower values.
• Ability to work and reside in the United States and overlap with EST time zone for at least 4 hours per shift.

The ideal candidate for this internship will possess many of the skills and attributes described above. However, there is no such thing as a “perfect” candidate. If you are on the fence about applying because you are unsure whether you are qualified, we would strongly encourage you to apply. Above all, we are looking for people motivated to contribute to our mission of helping to transform the lives of global marginalised youth. Whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this role would make you excited to come to work every day.

Internship Benefits

In addition to a weekly stipend, the Business Development & Communications Intern can expect to develop skills in the following areas:

• Leadership
• Communication
• Valuable tools for working with CRM & other data management software
• Project planning and execution skills
• Relationship development skills
• You will learn how to work in a professional environment and have ample opportunity to network with internal and external departmental leaders in the non-profit field

Our internships offer you the opportunity to:

• Explore Career Opportunities – by working in the field you have chosen, you can receive an inside look at your potential career path
• Network – meet a variety of people in your chosen profession through your internship, allowing you to form relationships you can build on in the future
• Find Mentors – We value all of our interns and go the extra mile to make sure you receive a learning experience that fits your career goals

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This individual operates in a professional office environment. The physical demands described in this section are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

This role routinely uses the English language to engage with internal and external stakeholders by phone, email, and in person. Employee is expected to be able to accurately exchange information with these stakeholders.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

EMpower is a public foundation that makes grants globally to benefit marginalised youth, including adolescent girls. We are committed to attracting, developing, motivating and retaining exceptional talent and to a work environment that recognizes contribution, fosters respect and teamwork, and facilitates strong performance. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, recognizing that diversity enriches all staff and our work globally. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or faith, or physical ability.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, terination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. EMpower makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume with answers to the following 4 questions (in lieu of a cover letter) via LinkedIn. Resumes submitted without providing answers to these questions will not be reviewed. 

1. EMpower partners with local organisations in emerging market countries to enable marginalised young people to transform their lives and communities. Describe a time you witnessed or actively participated in creating positive social change. What motivated you to take action?

2. At EMpower, we believe in continuous learning and development. What is a new skill or area of knowledge you're eager to learn or explore during this internship?

3. Describe a challenging situation you faced in a team setting. How did you collaborate with others to solve the problem? What did you learn from the experience?

4. What else would you like us to know about you and your suitability for this role? Don’t hesitate to showcase what you feel is unique about your lived experience, skills, traits, and anything else you feel are relevant to this internship at EMpower.

Apply here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3973465995/?capColoOverride=true

Timeline:

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis with the intended start date between August and September 2024. Start date will be determined in collaboration with successful candidates.