Internship: Consultant for Social Business Development, Ethiopia

Deadline: deadline not stated
Open to: students/individuals with experience in developing countries

PROJECT-E (Ethiopia, Education, English – www.project-e.eu) provides high-quality, market-oriented vocational education for orphaned women in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The program is unique in its approach and enjoys a high reputation for quality, professional volunteers and sustainability. The financial concept is designed to enable schools to sustain themselves after 5 years.

The first college was opened October 2009. A new grade of 15 scholars enters every year. The work of volunteers is exceptionally diverse. Tasks may be to assist at the school, teach, evaluate the curriculum and academic performance, expand the business network, organize internships, manage income-generating projects, promote public relations or raise funds.

Goals

• Unique chance to make a positive impact in Ethiopia
• High level of independence, responsibility and creativity
• Inspiring work atmosphere in a young and motivated team
• Financial support for travel and accommodation

Tasks

Ethiopia

• Support and enhancement of the „Professional Development Programme“ (PDP) – one element of our financial strategy to generate income locally to make the project sustainable.
• Networking with Ethiopian and international businesses, governments and NGOs
• (depending on the starting date) Selection of new students, finding internship placements, negotiating business partnerships, teach at the school, organize workshops, apply for funding etc.
• IT support, maintenance, training

Europe

• Fund raising and Corporate Social Responsibility
• Public Relations

Specifications

• Students must have completed 2 years of study
• Excellent English speaking and writing skills, good IT knowledge (MS-Office)
• Experience in developing countries (preferred)
• High level of independency, motivation, communication skills, creativity and ability to work in a team

How to Apply

Please send an email with your CV and a cover letter to jaspertjaden@googlemail.com

for further information contact jaspertjaden@googlemail.com

The Official Call for Applications Document

The Official Website of PROJECT-E