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Employment Opportunities
VOLUNTEER NEWS WRITER:

The Volunteer News Writer is a new position at the International Institute for Justice and Development. The work consists of writing news articles (400-600 words) for our biweekly Newsletter as well as of writing “Call for Action” campaign papers when the particular situation requires it. The volunteer will work closely with the media coordinator; most of the correspondence will be via email and phone. The work can be done primarily from home although availability to come to the office once a week is required. Access to Microsoft Word and the internet is vital. 10-15 hours a week.

GENERAL TASKS:
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 Writing news articles for the biweekly IIJD Newsletter.
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 Writing “Call for Action” campaign papers.
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 Editing assignments as needed.
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 Other duties as assigned.
   
QUALIFICATIONS:
A good candidate for the Volunteer News Writer position should have:
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 Demonstrated interest in international justice, democracy and rule of law issues.
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 Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary African politics and development issues.
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 Experience using Microsoft Office suite.
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 Strong writing skills.
   
PREFERRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS:
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 Understanding of contemporary Africa development issues.
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 Demonstrated interest in Justice and Development issues.
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 Understanding of NGO environment.
   
PLEASE NOTE:
 
All applicants must have a valid visa or work papers that allow them to work legally in the United States; IIJD, Inc does not sponsor visas for interns or volunteers.
   
HOW TO APPLY:
  This internship is unpaid, but may be used for course credit where applicable. Applicants for this internship only, should send (e-mail preferred): a cover letter and resume detailing experience and available hours and a short (3-5 page) writing sample to (opportunities@iijd.org). Email your materials with the name of the position for which you are applying in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
   

IIJD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.

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