- Training and supervisory support
- Access to Mercy Corps online tools
- All other tools, materials and communication requirements for this project
- Laptop computer, for use both in Mercy Corps DC office and when working remotely on hybrid days
- Accommodation, travel and living expenses
- Congressional Advocacy: direct meetings with key congressional offices, participation in briefings and hearings, review and commenting on draft legislation, active participation in discussions related to the foreign aid budget, and linking Members of Congress who are traveling with our teams in the field.
- Administration Advocacy: meetings with Administration officials, ongoing communication with key partner agencies in the USG, participation in joint consultations and briefings together with partner NGOs in DC.
- Joint work with NGO partners: active participation in Interaction working groups and other coalition efforts organized in DC on priority issues or countries for Mercy Corps, drafting of joint documents, organizing joint lobby days on Capitol Hill.
- Organizing DC visits for visiting Mercy Corps field staff: scheduling meetings for visiting staff and accompanying them to ensure adequate preparation and follow up to these visits.
- Publications: preparing and disseminating policy briefs on key issues, circulating information on Mercy Corps programs to key policy makers, participating in joint documents and sign-ons with other NGOs, working with field staff to draft joint articles on policy-related issues for publication.
- Supporting internal strategizing regarding U.S. federal actions and broader strategic planning for campaigning and advocacy, including research, summarizing reports, briefings, and hearings.
- Supporting the preparation of briefings, presentations, graphics, databases/spreadsheet and memos.
- Improving a robust and principled humanitarian response to the various crises.
- Reviewing, summarizing, and categorizing relevant news articles.
- Contributing to several additional work streams, especially those related to engagement with the Congressional Appropriations process, community resilience, and inclusive development.
- Workstreams related to the Horn of Africa.
- Understanding the linkage between international policy, programming and outcomes in the humanitarian and development field.
- Understanding core elements of the U.S. policy process, including the roles of Congress, USAID, State, and the White House in development policy-making.
- Knowledge of key qualitative and quantitative resources related to US development policy.
- Understanding specific policy issues, as listed above, or according to the interests of the intern.
- Conduct policy and practice research in support of Mercy Corps advocacy initiatives.
- Assist in drafting advocacy documents such as reports, briefing notes, talking points, petitions, or factsheets on relevant policy issues.
- Attend meetings and hearings of interest to Mercy Corps and report back on key issues.
- Assist in organizing meetings with Congressional offices, Administration officials, and other contacts, and in maintaining a database of key interactions.
- Review external and internal reports and publications and summarize relevant findings.
- Assist in communicating policy and advocacy updates to the broader Mercy Corps community through Mercy Corps' intranet system, weekly newsletter, and website.
- University degree in progress or recently completed (within 1 year) from a US minority-serving institution (MSI) in International Relations, Public Policy, Public Administration, International Development, or related field.
- Interest in humanitarian and development issues and policy and advocacy.
- Background in policy, international development, and/or international relations.
- Demonstrated solid writing, editing, and researching skills.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment.
- Solid computer skills: must be able to work effectively and accurately with MS Word, Excel, Google applications, and email.
- Flexible work attitude: able to work productively in a team environment and independently
- Previous Administration or Capitol Hill experience or knowledge of Congressional processes.
- Other specific thematic expertise in any of the areas of focus listed above.
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Minority-Serving Institutions - Washington, United States - Mercy Corps
Description
NOTE:
This internship is open to current students and recent graduates of designated Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) in the United States.
INTERNSHIP TITLE:
Policy and Advocacy Intern
INTERN WORKSITE LOCATION:
Washington,
DC
DATES OF INTERNSHIP:
May/June August/September 2024
HOURS PER WEEK:
32 hours/week
INTERNS SUPERVISOR &
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Policy Advisor
THE INTERNSHIP:
$3207.00/month
DEPARTMENT CODE:
13428
Mercy Corps responsibilities
For the duration of this internship assignment the intern will receive:
Intern will remain responsible for all costs associated with:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
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.
The Mercy Corps Policy and Advocacy team serves as the main interface between Mercy Corps and external partners (particularly the U.S. government) on issues of policy. The team seeks to advance Mercy Corps' values and interests by promoting policies that support our mission.We work to inform and shape policy in a number of ways, including:
Areas of focus may include:
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
DELIVERABLES:
The Intern will support the PA team through the following activities:
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
The Policy and Advocacy is seeking an intern to support the breadth of the team's portfolio.
If qualified, the intern may have the opportunity to focus on one or more thematic areas, though engagement in all areas will be expected.
All interns should have the following core qualifications:
You may wish to describe your career interests (specifically as they relate to policy and advocacy, humanitarian aid, or development) and discuss your previous work and educational experiences demonstrating these interests.
Mercy Corps interns 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.
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.
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 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 on the basis of 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.
Safeguarding & Ethics
Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity.
We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.
We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members.As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times.
Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct e-learning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.
As part of our commitment to keeping our community safe and providing a safe working environment, Mercy Corps has a COVID-19 vaccine requirement for US interns based in Mercy Corps US HQ offices.
Interns must be fully vaccinated per CDC requirement or have an approved exception, either (1) sincerely held religious convictions, or (2) a disability that prevents them from receiving a COVID-19 vaccination and comply with regular testing, within 10 business days of starting.
Failure to comply may impact your internship.Mercy Corps Headquarters: 45 SW Ankeny Street, Portland, Oregon 97204
Mercy Corps:
In your statement, you are encouraged to discuss any relevant experience, and demonstrate your interest. Your application will be reviewed by the Mercy Corps team and shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly for interviews.