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Fall 2022 - Virtual Multicultural Partnerships Intern

Organization Overview 
 
UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children.

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy, and in operations. The past two decades have seen important progress on child rights, yet while much has been achieved, sharp disparities remain. In most countries, inequality is higher today than a generation ago, including in middle-income countries where most of the world’s poor children now live. The rapid pace of urbanization and the growing youth bulge in Africa and parts of Asia will require significant expansion of the provision of essential services for children. These challenges are compounded by the scale and complexity of crises triggered by conflict, natural disasters, or epidemics. The global community faces these challenges when the political and economic environments pose challenges of their own, testing the world’s commitment to protecting the most vulnerable. In this environment, the strong and consistent leadership of UNICEF is critical to enabling the achievement of results for children.
 
UNICEF USA (UUSA) is a private, independent, U.S. nonprofit that rallies the American public to support the world’s most vulnerable children through the unmatched reach of UNICEF. Headquartered in New York City, UNICEF USA has some 300 employees distributed across nine regional offices in the U.S. To fuel UNICEF’s life-saving work across the globe, UNICEF USA raises nearly $600 million dollars from private sources every year and marshals its supporters to advocate for over $800 million in annual US government support. UNICEF USA has built an abroad-based movement to advocate for the well-being and protection of children globally. 
 
 
 
 
Position Description 
 
 
UNICEF USA seeks a Diaspora and Multicultural Partnerships intern to work virtually with and in collaboration with UNICEF USA Diaspora and Multicultural Partnerships Senior Director and Manager to help research, solicit and engage Diaspora communities to broaden the pipeline of prospective partners as well as help to steward existing partnerships. The position will be a paid internship for the Fall 2022 cohort. 
 
 
 
Time Frame: September 20, 2022 - December 9, 2022
Pay rate: $15/Hourly  
Availability: Flexible 
Hours per Week: Up to 20 hours (Fall cohort only)
 
 
This internship would provide an opportunity to learn about:
 
• The wide spectrum of mission-driven organizations representing Diaspora and Multicultural communities.
• Relevant approaches to building collaborations and partnerships with an assortment of like-minded groups and communities. 
• Event planning for fundraising and advocacy campaigns
• UNICEF’s country programs and UNICEF’s impact on children around the globe
 
 
Key Responsibilities/Projects:
 
• Support Senior Director and Manager of the Diaspora and Multicultural Partnership team with day-to-day activities that aim to increase the volume and efficacy of partnerships and prospects.
• Conduct research useful to help identify and cultivate D/MCP groups, companies, foundations, and individuals with interest in specific geographic areas of focus or thematic priorities for UNICEF.
• Support communications material (i.e. blog drafts, Powerpoints) to update D/MCP external facing platforms.
• Draft talking points for presentations and email templates on UNICEF USA’s global work
• Support and liaise with UUSA offices across the country to inventory activities specific to D/MCP.
• Identify and provide research on D/MCP influencers (including UUSA national and regional board members)
• Brainstorm and help coordinate D/MCP-specific events featuring key partners and UUSA priorities.
 

Qualifications:
 
• Must be a current student enrolled in a College or University degree program
• Interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as partnership development, international programs, fundraising, civil society organizations, program management, event planning, or related field, preferred
• Ability to influence and engage a wide range of constituents and build relationships
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with trust and respect and adhere to philanthropy industry ethical standards to protect donor privacy
• The ideal candidate will be resourceful and energetic with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work autonomously with attention to detail
• Excellent research skills and proven analytical ability
• Innovation, creativity, and a team player mentality are necessary for success in this role
• Proven ability to work well with a diverse group of people in a team setting;
• Proven ability to work independently and virtually
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Fluency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Must be a highly motivated team player who enthusiastically embraces the mission of UNICEF and UNICEF USA
• Must demonstrate UNICEF USA Core Values: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Teamwork, and Service
• Experience working in a fundraising support role and/or a nonprofit is preferred
 
Position Logistics
 
Our fall intern cohort will be virtual and part of a larger program across the organization. Interns will be paid $15 hourly. Interns will be allowed to work up to 20 hours per week. Our internship program is open only to undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in a college or university degree program.  The student may receive college credit for the internship if their college or university permits. Interns work for a period of 8 to 12 weeks in a variety of areas. All interns must be at least 18 years of age and comply with all employment laws.
 
 
Must possess current and valid US Work Authorization and be eligible to work for any US employer without sponsorship.
 
Salary is commensurate with experience. In addition, UNICEF USA offers a comprehensive benefits package.
 
UNICEF USA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. UUSA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.