The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is looking for an intern to support the partnership and engagement efforts towards Brussels-based EU decision makers. DRC Brussels is a small team working on partnership and advocacy towards EU institutions. You will be part of a small and dynamic team in Brussels, reporting to our Senior Partnership Advisor – EU donors, working alongside and supporting the EU Partnership Advisor, and collaborating with other team members including the Senior EU Advocacy Advisors, the Regional Finance Coordinator, and the EU Director.
About the job
You will work alongside and support colleagues in the DRC Brussels Representation, with an emphasis on the following tasks:
There may be additional tasks assigned depending on the qualifications of the successful candidate.
About you
To be successful in this role we expect you to have a keen interest in humanitarian operations, global displacement and migration; have knowledge about EU institutions and legal frameworks; and be well articulate in English.
Moreover, we expect the following:
Required
Desired
Please note that you need to have the right to work in Belgium (through nationality or existing work visa) in order to be considered for this role. DRC is not providing support to relocate to Brussels.
People with a migration or refugee background are highly encouraged to apply.
We offer
Paid internship for 6 months (Belgian Contract – “Contrat belge d’immersion professionelle”).
Workplace: DRC Brussels, Avenue des Arts 7-8, 1210 Bruxelles (Belgium)
Start date: 1 November 2024
Duration: 6 months – with possibility to extend up to another 6 months
Please note that you need to have the right to work in Belgium (through nationality or existing work visa) in order to be considered for this role.
Application process
All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV in English. Apply online on our page Current Vacancies at www.drc.ngo . Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications: Monday, 30 September, 17:00.
Further information
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.