Humanitarian Logistics Intern

Introduction

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain a deeper understanding of the humanitarian sector. It will enable you to gain an insight into humanitarian logistics and general operational support and also understand how a busy Humanitarian Section operates.

The main purpose of the internship is to support the day-to-day activities of the logistics team, within the Humanitarian department, and to provide specific support in relation to projects and activities undertaken by the team.

Selection Criteria

Essential

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to work to deadlines and produce good quality work
• Flexible approach to working and ability to respond at short notice to a wide variety of tasks
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Computer literate and confident using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience of working in an office environment
• Fluent written and spoken English
• Experience of general administrative work
• Experience of working in both a team and alone
• Understanding of and commitment to humanitarian work
• Permit to work in the UK

Desirable

• Experience of organising or helping to organise events
• Experience of working or living in a developing country
• Experience of logistics

Additional Information

Please be aware that applications may be viewed and applicants contacted prior to the close date.

For more information please see the attached job description.

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We work with children, communities and governments all over the world and we believe in the right person for the job regardless of where you come from and how you identify yourself. We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.