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Position Description
About PADF
The Pan American Development Foundation (PADF) believes in creating a hemisphere of opportunity, for all. We work across Latin America and the Caribbean to make our region stronger—more healthy, peaceful, just, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable for current and future generations. For over 60 years, we have served the most vulnerable communities, investing resources throughout the hemisphere. We partner with and enable civil society, governments, and the private sector for the greater good of the region.
Position Overview
The Pan American Development Foundation is looking for a committed and passionate Program Intern for its Democracy, Governance, and Human Rights team to assist with Labor Rights programming in Latin America. The intern will perform administrative tasks, assist in writing assignments, support event planning, and will provide program implementation support. The internship will be based in Washington D.C. and is expected to last 3 months starting in February 2024.
We are a vibrant organization that provides interns with practical, hands-on experience. We are committed to fostering a dynamic learning and professional development experience and will offer mentoring and guidance throughout your time with us.
Essential duties and responsibilities
- Support general program management efforts, including participating in planning meetings, preparing and managing project documentation, drafting contracts and agreements, and preparing payments for program activities and outputs.
- Conduct research on trends and opportunities on Labor Rights in Latin America.
- Assist with meetings and events coordination.
- Monitor news on legislation, political developments, relevant events and publications related to Labor Rights in target countries.
- Translate project documents and communications content in English and Spanish.
Competencies
- Teamwork– The intern must have demonstrated ability to work and collaborate with colleagues across an organization and from different cultures.
- Proactive– Have initiative to propose new ideas and execute them.
- Communication skills– Can explain complex topics in simple terms. Feel comfortable contributing to a workshop or presentation and can communicate in a clear and concise manner in English and Spanish.
- Organization skills– Exceptional organizational skills, and ability to prioritize and complete various tasks under tight deadlines.
PersonalCharacteristics
- Learning Agility–Learns fast and in multiple ways and applies new learning to create new and better ways for the organization to deliver services.
- Team Player– Actively contributes to their team in order to complete tasks, meet goals or manage projects. Actively listens to their coworkers, respects ideas and aims to improve the product or process at hand.
Qualifications
Required
- Currently pursuing a university degree in International Studies, Economics, Public Policy, Latin American Studies, or similar.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish.
Desirable
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications, preferably Excel.
More About PADF
PADF is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established by the Organization of American States (OAS) in 1962.www.padf.org
PADF’s core values.“H-E-A-R-T”= Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
Diversity. PADF is strong because we are diverse. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. PADF does not discriminate based on ability, age, gender identity and expression, national origin, race and ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or criminal record. We welcome all kinds of diversity. Our employees include people who are parents and nonparents, the self-taught and university educated, and from a wide span of cultures, languages, socio-economic backgrounds, and perspectives on the world.
PADF is an equal opportunity employer.
