Development Intern

The OneVoice Movement seeks a Development Intern to provide support for the New York office’s development team. This will include helping planning and strategizing on ways to reach fundraising goals and contributing to in-depth research on partners, donors and tracking metrics. This internship offers opportunities to gain experience in grassroots work and program development within a professional non-profit environment, while increasing one’s knowledge of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.   

Applicants should possess excellent verbal communication skills, be organized and detailed-oriented, flexible, a team player, and one who takes initiative and pride in their work. Applicants should be interested in fundraising and engaging different target audiences, nationwide. Although the OneVoice Movement boasts a fast-paced work environment, it also values personal development and enthusiasm for learning. This internship will begin in September 2021 and will run until December 2021, with optional renewal for the spring semester. The ideal candidate will be able to commit at least 40 hours per week, although part-time 20 hours per week candidates will also be considered. The internship will take place remotely.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all facets of development projects, primarily including researching prospective funders/foundations and developing briefing documents for OneVoice staff;
• Provide critical support of grant writing activities through researching potential foundations and corporate grant making institutions, and assist in the drafting of grant narratives;
• Help to coordinate and execute fundraising events;
• Maintain donor database and records;
• Other duties as assigned by the Development Assistant. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or highly qualified undergraduate working toward their B.A.;
• Exceptional communication skills, including writing and research;
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to multitask and meet deadlines;
• Strong attention to detail, self-motivation, reliability, and flexibility;
• Proficiency with databases and tools like Google docs and Salesforce are a major plus;
• Interest and knowledge of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and regional political discourse;
• Social media experience, Microsoft Office (specifically PowerPoint and Excel) preferred. 
• A great sense of humor and enthusiasm for learning. 

Compensation

An internship stipend and travel reimbursement (when relevant) is offered to successful candidates, and they will receive highly marketable skills, a letter of recommendation, and access to our network of grassroots leaders around the world.