Development Intern (Unpaid)

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. SCOPE OF WORK: The International Rescue Committee (IRC), works in the United States welcomes newly arrived refugees and immigrants, supports them in their resettlement, and provides holistic services to help them build new lives in their communities. The IRC's Resettlement, Asylum, and Integration (RAI) department creates opportunities for refugees and other vulnerable migrants to survive and thrive in the US. The IRC in New York & New Jersey (IRC NYNJ) local program office supports a diverse group of clients including refugees , asylees, asylum seekers, trafficking survivors, and immigra nts. The IRC NYNJ programs are focused on case management, economic empowerment, health and wellness, immigration services, anti-trafficking support, and more. Our strength and success lie within our core values of Service, Accountability, Equality, and Integrity. We are strongly motivated by our clients and are dedicated to delivering high-impact and quality programs. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Development Intern will work with the Development Team for IRC NYNJ. The Development Team is responsible for raising funds to support IRC programs, building community connections, engaging potential donors, and raising the profile of IRC NYNJ. The Development Intern will help grow IRC NYNJ's private fundraising portfolio supporting with prospecting, proposals, stewardship, communications, and events. Tasks include: Storytelling, marketing, and campaigns: Maintain and update story catalog with client stories and case studies in line with the Development Storytelling Strategy. Liaise with program departments to curate stories . Fundraising campaigns Develop Assets used for donor communications including Annual reports , welcome packet , one pagers and more. Event s : track RSVPs and support planning, briefing, day of and post-event activities. Prospecting: Individual, Foundations, and corporations F undraising analytic s Assist with private grant s: prepar e deliverable sheet and maintain report / grant tracker. Bi-weekly in-person tasks from New York City Office such as mailing Additional a dministrative tasks and projects as they arise LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Intern will learn how to drive fundraising and grants portfolio for a non-profit organization. Intern will gain firsthand experience with fundraising strategies and skills at a leading non-profit organization. Intern will have the opportunity to learn about IRC in New York & New Jersey program areas in depth . REQUIREMENTS: Volunteers must be based in the U.S. Interns must be enrolled in post-secondary institution or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within last 2 years. The requirements should establish a baseline (minimum) for educational background, previous work experience, professional knowledge or certification, specific skills and strengths and any other skill necessary to perform the essential functions. The requirements should include: The minimal level of educational background -If applicable, add the accepted alternatives to education. Any special certificates or licenses, if needed, e.g., CPA or Chartered Accountant. The minimum years of previous experience - Detail the quality and focus of this experience - If applicable, list the accepted alternatives to specific experience. Describe the proven technical expertise , if needed - Add the years of experience with this particular technical expertise ; List and describe in further detail all the skills needed to do the job - Make sure to include the specific level of skill needed, e.g., excellent, solid, strong, basic, etc. If any extraordinary abilities are needed, list and describe them, e.g. language requirements PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct . Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding , Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment

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