Apply for Chatham House Africa Internship Recruitment 2018.
Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the Chatham House Africa Internship Programme for year 2018. The Africa Programme at Chatham House is looking for an individual with demonstrable interest in African affairs who would like to gain valuable work experience in a policy institute.
Chatham House, the Royal Institute of International Affairs, is an independent policy institute based in London. Their mission is to help build a sustainably secure, prosperous and just world.
This internship is an opportunity to gain insight into one of the world’s leading independent centres for practical policy research and debate on the politics and international relations of sub-Saharan African states. The successful applicant will be an integral part of the Chatham House Africa Programme team and gain valuable experience from supporting its current projects and activities.
Qualifications:
Applicants should have:
- A bachelor’s degree or higher in international relations, development studies, politics, or related field;
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently;
- Strong administrative and organizational skills;
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Demonstrable interest in African affairs;
- Strong writing skills and excellent attention to detail.
Other information; Although flexible, we are ideally looking for someone who is able to commit 3 -4 days a week.
Please note that this is an unpaid internship. However, travel expenses to and from work within London (zones 1-6) will be reimbursed for the days worked. Lunch will also be provided in the staff canteen.
Method of Application:
To apply, send a CV, covering letter, a writing sample and the names of two referees to:
Eugénie McLachlan
Programme Administrator, Africa Programme
emclachlan@chathamhouse.org
Start date: 11 September 2017
End Date: 15 December 2017
Closing date for applications: 27 August 2017
Interview Period: 6-8 September 2017
For more information, visit https://www.chathamhouse.org/job/africa-programme-intern