ISS Internship: Conflict Management and Peacebuilding (CMPB)

The Institute for Security Studies (ISS) is an independent, non-profit organisation. The Institute works to advance human security in Africa through evidence-based policy advice, technical support and capacity building and has offices in Addis Ababa, Dakar, Nairobi and a head office located in Pretoria.

The CMPB Division works in the following thematic areas:

Area 1: Conflict management and peace building
Area 2: Training for Peace
Area 3: Security sector reform and governance
Area 4: Gender, peace and security
Area 5: Maritime security

We have a vacancy for two interns for 6 months. These interns will be based in the Pretoria office. The successful candidates will have good research, analysis, writing and communication skills. He/She will be knowledgeable on Post-conflict Reconstruction, Peacebuilding and Gender Peace and Security in Africa.

Requirements:

• An honours degree
• Excellent research, language and writing skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines;
• A willingness to learn.

Salary: The interns will be paid a modest stipend.

How to apply:

Applicants should provide a covering letter, detailing why they are interested in the position and how s/he meets the requirements of the job. In addition, applicants must provide a detailed CV including the names and contact details of two referees. Applications should be emailed to Mr. Isaac Sihadi at pretoriajobs@issafrica.org

Note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.