About Mercy Corps
Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future.

Mercy Corps responsibilities
For the duration of this internship assignment the intern will receive: all the trainings and capacity building to deliver the duties assigned to him/her.

Intern responsibilities
Intern will remain responsible for all duties assigned to him/her based of trainings given by Mercy Corps- see the intern’s responsibilities below:

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Ejo II Project Intern will support the implementation of the Ejo II program in Liberia, which includes planning and implementation of field activities, partner relations and management, program monitoring and reporting, and program administrative tasks. The intern will gain hands-on experience in project and partnership management while supporting key initiatives that enhance the employees’ experience at Mercy Corps.

This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable experience in Project management within an international non-profit organization

INTERN’S RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Assist in program planning and implementation
2.Support in strengthening and managing partnerships by working with CBOs and CSOs to implement the Ejo II program.

3. Aid in community engagement and advocacy for the implementation and adoption of sports for change within the educational sector.
4. Support monitoring, evaluation, and report, through supervision of sessions implementations by teachers and animators and distribution and collection of data collection forms.
5. Assist in program administrative tasks, which include initiating requisition, preparing payment requests, preparing activities reports,and responding to CBOs inquiries amongst others.
6. Support the capacity building of Partner CBOs to ensure the sustainability of program outcomes.
7. Serve as a model for female teachers and animators in the implementation of program activities and championing gender efforts in ensuring that equality is addressed.
8 . Be adaptable and flexible to take on new tasks and assignments, and willing to learn new things.

Qualifications:
•A recent college graduate from an accredited and reputable university
•Excellent interpersonal skills
•A demonstrated ability to multitask and process information into action in a timely manner
•A strong interest in project management and sports for change.
•Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
•A proactive and flexible attitude with a willingness to do field work, learn and take initiative.
•Ability to use the following Microsoft Productivity tools: Excel and Word
•Fluency in English Language.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
•The intern will be expected to work 40 hours a week
•The intern will be paid a monthly allowance of 200 USD

Mercy Corps interns and volunteers represent the agency both during and outside of work hours and are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Mercy Corps’ policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.
We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening, and evolving to become more diverse, equitable, and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Mercy Corps is an equal-opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have a sustained global impact.
We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination based on race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.