IIRR · 4 months ago
Research Officer - Intern
United States
Internship
Remote
InternIIRR is one of the world’s leading rural development NGOs, impacting over 62 million rural lives globally. They are seeking a Research Officer Intern to support the development of project proposals and knowledge management materials through targeted research activities under the direction of the Director of Global Operations.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Review literature relevant to IIRR’s flagship themes: Health, Education, Economic Empowerment, Food Systems, and the Environment
Contribute input to the development of research questions & concept notes
Assist in authoring research reports, briefing notes, policy papers, and other materials as required
Research and Identify and develop possible areas for partnership with local organizations, universities, research institutions, etc
Represent IIRR where appropriate in program meetings, coordination meetings, staff meetings, workshops, and meetings with stakeholders
Help to develop and coordinate research dissemination and follow-up activities, including providing substantive advice on the future direction of the program
Other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in any discipline (completed prior to internship start date)
Well-organized, reliable, and self-motivated
Helpful and responsive (e.g., when dealing with ad-hoc requests for providing support)
Resourceful, creative, who enjoys problem-solving
Impeccable writing skills with meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
Curiosity, creativity, and fearlessness in contributing new and bold ideas
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Ability to meet deadlines and effectively multi-task
A willingness to fail fast and forward while respecting and valuing input from a global and diverse team
Ability and willingness to work in a startup culture that may require fluidity in roles from week to week
Intermediate experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Applications
Responsive to manager's feedback, ability to take direction and execute work independently with minimal oversight in a remote working environment
Passionate about making a positive difference
Company
IIRR
IIRR is one of the world's leading rural-focused NGOs.
Founded in 1960
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Peter Williams
President/CEO
Myra Cabantac
Public Partnership Officer & Asst. to the President
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