The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

SCOPE OF DEVELOPMENT: This internship is located within the Resource Development Department, whose purpose is to establish strong, mutually beneficial connections between the community and the IRC in Wichita, KS.  The Development & Volunteer Intern will work closely with the Development Coordinator towards these goals in order to enhance the IRC’s ability to meet client needs. This position requires a minimum commitment of 15 hours a week for at least three months. The hours for this position are flexible; however, will primarily be between 9AM and 5PM on weekdays, with occasional weekend activities. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist with outreach and recruitment efforts with community groups, students, and other organizations.
• Recruit and match volunteers and interns with available opportunities.
• Assist in updating volunteer and intern resource information.
• Assist with activities related to volunteer training and retention.
• Assist with reporting and tracking on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
• Develop resources and communicate with community partners and the IRC community about events and new opportunities within our network through an email newsletter and social media.
• Assist with other Resource Development needs on an as needed basis, including donation management, external communications, and fundraising.
• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and special staff development programs.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
• Learn best practices for operating within the Development Department and support the volunteer program, including recruitment, placement, management, and data tracking.
• Learn how to provide culturally sensitive support and interview skills.
• Learn how community members can support refugees, asylum seekers, survivors of torture, and other populations that the IRC serves.

Minimum Qualifications:

 

REQUIREMENTS:
• Effective communication and writing skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects.
• A strong desire to help people and enthusiasm to work in a multi-cultural setting.
• Background in social work, nonprofit or related fields preferred.
• Interns, when working remotely, will need access to a computer and must be willing to comply with IRC acceptable use policy including security protocols for personal devices.
The internship will be filled on a rolling basis. We will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. Internship will begin in May.     

This is an in-person position based in Wichita, KS, reporting to the Development Coordinator. 

Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.