Background

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization that works to strengthen democratic institutions around the world by engaging civil society and promoting openness and accountability in government. NDI has been supporting local democratization efforts in Ukraine since 1992. For more information about NDI, please visit: www.ndi.org 

General overview of the positions

NDI is currently seeking interns to be engaged in the following teams, namely:

• Citizen Engagement
• Human Resources
• M&E / Subgrants
• Office of the Director
• Parliamentary
• Political parties
• Research
• Women Lead

The NDI internship program will provide short-term, three to six months, supervised work experience related to democratic development and the good governance field. The program aims to promote a wider and better public understanding of the democratic institutions worldwide and domestically, challenges and opportunities for democratic development, and the work of the Institute in Ukraine. 

The working hours is subject to discussion and agreement with the supervisor, but within the 20 to 30 hours limit per week. The internship positions are based in Kyiv and will require the ability to attend office or NDI events as needed.

During their internship successful candidates will combine practical work experience with a structured learning experience through specific programmatic briefs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide logistical support for online meetings, trainings, workshops and other events as required;
• Assist with and provide back-up for the day-to-day operations of the program, responding to routine program inquiries, ensuring prompt and accurate forwarding of messages;
• Assist in  reconciliation of expenditures in accordance with NDI’s financial policies;
• Observe program supported activities;
• Assist in preparation and drafting of activity reports and briefing notes;
• Provide written translation of program materials;
• Monitor political and other developments in the country;
• Carry out other assigned tasks related to program activities.

Required Skills and Experience

• Ukrainian citizenship, or a foreigner, or a stateless person who stays in Ukraine and is eligible for work in Ukraine on legal grounds; 
• Enrolled in a university or a university graduate with a relevant degree including, but not limited to Human Rights, Political Science, International Relations, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Law, or Linguistics. Exceptions will be considered for veterans;
• Fluency in Ukrainian and English, including translation skills;
• No membership in or in any other way affiliated with political parties or political movements;
• Keen interest in Ukraine’s reforms and political processes, understanding of the political and civic landscape in Ukraine;
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and networking skills;
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask;
• Ability to work in an organized manner and meet deadlines;
• Attention to detail;
• Strong writing skills with an ability to present clear and concise analysis;
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Programs, Excel, Google tools, Zoom);
• Experience in data visualization would be an asset.

Remuneration Package

This is a paid internship. Details will be discussed with successful candidates. 

Deadline: The deadline for the submission of the required documents is by close of business on July 25, 2024. Only selected candidates will be invited for a written test and a subsequent interview.

Interested applicants should submit CVs and motivation letters by filling in the online application form: https://forms.gle/cxLjypCKSv3jcbLz6.

The NDI Ukraine is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic, and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the organization.

The NDI Ukraine is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and encourages all applicants, regardless of their abilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

NDI Ukraine has the authority to re-promote the vacancy, terminate the recruitment process, provide an appointment at a lower grade, or offer an appointment with a revised job description or for a different duration.