Knowledge Management Intern

Knowledge Management Intern
Conservation International protects nature for the benefit of humanity. Through science, policy, fieldwork, and finance, we spotlight and secure the most important places in nature for the climate, biodiversity, and for people. With offices in 30 countries and projects in more than 100 countries, Conservation International partners with governments, companies, civil society, Indigenous peoples, and local communities to help people and nature thrive together.
POSITION SUMMARY - This position is based in Arlington, VA
The goal of the Center for Communities and Conservation (CCC) is to ensure that Conservation International (CI), CI's partner organizations, and the broader conservation community implement a people-centered approach to conservation, honoring our obligations to and partnerships with indigenous peoples and local communities while safeguarding our planet for future generations.
The Knowledge Management (KM) Intern will join the executive team of the CCC and assist the Senior Vice President, Executive and Communications Manager, and Financial Manager in the implementation of CCC's long-term goal and strategy. The KM Intern will help facilitate the flow of information between staff in the organization's divisions and field programs on topics such as environmental peacebuilding and conflict resolution, Rights-Based Approach to conservation; Free, Prior, and Informed Consent, Gender in Conservation, and more. Working in close collaboration with the Executive and Communications Manager, the KM Intern will complete various communications and logistics projects while learning about the role of social science in conservation.
This internship would coincide nicely with a program of study which examines some of CCC's areas of work by putting textbook knowledge into practice. The Intern would be exposed to the functionality of a Center that is trying to advance the integration of human well-being into conservation at a global level.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide communication and logistical support to the Executive Team's work, including logistical help with upcoming international meetings and conferences.
• Design, write, and edit communications materials such as newsletters, donor reports, and websites for internal and external audiences.
• Liaise with CCC staff to host webinars and meetings, to help create linkages between the divisions work and other divisions/offices/partner organizations and identify opportunities for collaboration.
• Provide necessary administrative support such as travel logistics, expense reports, etc.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position follows a hybrid work structure, working some days from the office and some remotely. Guidance will be shared during the interview process.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in progress, preferably in the fields of Knowledge Management, Communication, Organizational or Non-profit Management, Environmental Studies, International Development, Public Policy, or similar.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple ongoing projects and prioritize accordingly.

Preferred

• Additional language skills, non-profit experience, and passion for conservation is a plus.

To apply for this position please submit a resume and cover letter.
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Conservation International is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility-committed employer. We are proud to have a diverse, global workforce where employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, position requirements, business needs, market conditions, merit, and other legitimate nondiscriminatory factors.
As a science-based organization, CI follows CDC recommendations for COVID-19 and other vaccines. Accordingly, for the health and safety of our employees, their families, and our community, subject to applicable local law, all Conservation International staff are expected to be vaccinated against COVID-19. However, vaccination is no longer a mandate or condition of employment and employees are not required to provide proof of vaccination. This means we will not require an individual to be vaccinated to enter a CI office, attend CI events or travel on CI-related trips. This applies for our community partners as well. This vaccine expectation applies to all team members working remotely, in a hybrid work arrangement, and on-site. Job applicants are NOT required to state their COVID-19 vaccine status in their application.