Mercy Corps Recruitment For Graduate Program Interns, 8th May, 2019

Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action - helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future. We are recruiting to fill the position below:     Job Title: Program Intern Reference Number: MDG/HUMOPS/2019/00059 Location: Maiduguri, Borno Dates of Internship: ASAP Length of Internship: 9 months Interns Supervisor & Contact Information: Program Manager- Food for Peace Project Description

• The Program intern will be based in Maiduguri and will work under the direct supervision of the Program manager, Food for Peace to support program department of Mercy Corps Nigeria
• The successful candidate will undertake Program duties working in close collaborations with other program team members as well operation.

• Develop a working knowledge of humanitarian programming
• Have a good knowledge of program Filing system and report writing
• Have a good mastery of IT skills
• Cultivate interpersonal skills and ability to multitask
• Read all assigned literature

• Maintain program calendars and sends out reminders of impending appointments.
• Attend program staff meetings and takes minutes.
• Assist in planning, developing travel documents and overseeing special events
• Perform any other reasonable duties that deem necessary as assigned by the supervisor
• Work collaboratively with other program team members to ensure necessary program planning, resource availability and management activities function smoothly and efficiently.
• Maintain files and support the dissemination of project information among the team.
• Regularly update program files (electronic and hard documents) meeting minutes and technical documents in line with MCN requirement
• Maintain physical and computerized official documents for the project.
• Supports trainings and workshops.
• Scan a soft copy of all documentation before it is handed over to program and finance for payment
• Conduct research and information gathering on the humanitarian situation to support the FFP program objectives
• As required, support in raising requests to procurement and finance on information/communication tasks and other Program activities.
• Perform basic administrative duties such as replying emails and managing schedules, while also assisting in budget tracking and event planning.

• A B.Sc /B.ED/B.A or HND in relevant field.
• A demonstrated ability to multitask and process information into action in a timely manner
• Ability to use the following Microsoft Productivity tools Excel and Word
• Fluency in English Language

• The intern will be expected to work 40 hours a week
• The intern will be paid a monthly allowance of N60,000
• Mercy Corps interns and volunteers represent the agency both during and outside of work hours and are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.
• Intern will remain responsible for all costs associated with his/her Internship in Mercy Corps Nigeria

• All applications must include the position title and Reference Number in the subject line.
• CV and cover letter and should not be more than 4 pages
• Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview and we are an equal opportunity organization so women are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.