Under the direct supervision of the Senior Legal Advisor on Gender, and working closely with the Gender Team, the Gender and Law Intern will be asked to assist by performing the following duties:

• Support the drafting and finalization of at least one research products
• Draft at least one briefing materials and fact sheets on gender, justice and rule of law issues;
• Conduct mapping research on gender and law issues;
• Keep abreast of and document current and upcoming gender, justice and rule of law events, global conferences and seminars;
• Support preparation of at least two events on justice for women. This may include tasks related to developing the concept notes, providing background research notes, coordinating the agenda, logistics, social media and documentation;
• Support drafting of gender analysis and gender news feeds;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• Master’s degree or higher in law, international affairs, gender studies, or similar field.

Work experience

• Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for the internship but are encouraged to list all relevant work experience in their application.

Languages

• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English are required.
• French language skills are highly desirable.

Competencies

• Demonstrated skills in research across a varied range of law, gender justice and development issues is highly desirable.
• Competency in office software including Excel and Share-point.
• Good team player, highly motivated, strong interpersonal skills, positive attitude, flexible mind, comfortable working in multi-cultural settings.
• Demonstrated ability to work proactively and independently, including as part of a small team.
• Ability to produce well drafted and analysed work product in a timely manner, exercise sound judgment, and manage and prioritize multiple assignments.