Programme Policy Intern - The Hague Office

ABOUT IDLO

The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) enables governments and empowers people to reform laws and strengthen institutions to promote peace, justice, sustainable development and economic opportunity. We contribute to creating stable and inclusive societies where every person can live free from fear and want, in dignity and under the rule of law.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

IDLO internship programs are designed to provide a mutually beneficial relationship between IDLO and university students, young graduates, post-graduate students, or persons similarly situated (collectively referred to as Interns). IDLO offers interns an exceptional learning experience in an international organization and increases their awareness and knowledge of legal issues in the development arena. Internships also benefit IDLO by allowing participants to contribute their skills and competencies to the realization of IDLO’s strategic goals and mission. Interns are fully involved in the work program of the Unit or Department that has selected them to carry out assignments relevant to their studies and experiences under the supervision of IDLO staff.  

IDLO provides all full-time interns with a monthly stipend of €600. Internships are offered for 3 months and are renewable up to a maximum of 6 months. Applicants available for less than 5 days a week will not be considered.

THE INTERNSHIP

IDLO seeks two Interns for an interesting professional learning opportunity to contribute to the work of IDLO’s The Hague Office on Rule of Law programs with an immediate start.  Under the supervision of the Director, The Hague Office and in collaboration with relevant colleagues, the intern will be asked to support The Hague Office with the following duties:

• Contribute towards the programmatic and policy advocacy work of IDLO’s The Hague Office;
• Support ongoing research initiatives;
• Support the compilation of newsfeed on relevant internal and external developments;
• Support the update and analysis of information on IDLO programmes;
• Support with setup of meetings, webinars, and events;
• Assist with developing, proofreading, formatting, and finalizing documentation; and
• Other similar duties as assigned by Supervisor

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

Educational qualifications

• Advanced university degree, preferably in Law, or related fields.

Work experience

• Knowledge of criminal justice, anti-corruption, and/or digital innovation is a major asset.

Languages

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are required. Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.

Technical competencies

• Sound capacity of analysis and synthesis;
• Practical experience with clear, concise writing;
• Strong ability to draft and revise documents and handle business correspondence;
• Solid organizational skills;
• Advanced computer skills, and in a particular excellent ability to use Microsoft Office package; and
• Excellent level of attention to detail.

Behavioral competencies

• Good team player, positive attitude, flexible mind, comfortable working in multi-cultural settings; and
• Demonstrated ability to work proactively and independently, as well as in a small team, and doing so in a well-organized manner and exercising sound judgment.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome applications of qualified and diverse candidates.
IDLO is committed to achieving a 50/50 gender balance at all levels within its workforce. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for IDLO vacancies.
IDLO does not tolerate sexual exploitation or abuse, any kind of harassment, including harassment of a sexual nature; or discrimination. As such, IDLO will conduct careful reference and background checks of all selected candidates as part of its selection process.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the intern assigned to this work. This may not be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.

The Director-General of IDLO reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities or even to cancel the recruitment to meet business and organizational needs as necessary