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HQ Project Manager (internship)

Seeds is a Swiss-based NGO supporting microfinance projects in Uganda since 2013. Working hand in hand with local organizations, our Village Saving and Loans Association (VSLA) groups provide an efficient and effective instrument for communities to take the first steps towards achieving their goals and providing a better future for their families (healthcare, access to education, land, business investments, housing, etc). VSLAs are savings and credit groups, in our case, they are mainly composed of women. Indeed, by joining our VSLA groups, they become more empowered and financially capable. Seeds has currently reached more than 11000 beneficiaries thanks to several hundred private and institutional donors and the volunteer work of more than 10 professionals.

Do you want to join Seeds NGO and contribute to its development? We are currently looking for a HQ Project Manager. This internship offers the opportunity to contribute to the development of exciting programs of a start-up NGO as well as to develop communication skills as applied to the nonprofit sector. Taking part in Seeds’ activities will also provide you with a better understanding of microfinance programs.

INTERNSHIP OFFER

In person (Bilbao or Geneva) or remotely (worldwide)
Start date: January 2024 (for at least 3 months)
This is an unpaid position, the willingness and ability to work without remuneration is required.

RESPONSABILITIES

Field project management

Carry out weekly calls with the local and project partners in Uganda in order to follow up on the ongoing projects and report any issue to the Board
Gather and review monthly reports sent by the local and project partners in Uganda and report any issue to the Board
Gather saving groups key information for analysis and report any issue to the Board
Ensure the proper filling of the above-mentioned documentation on the SharePoint platform

Communication/fundraising

Website: keep it up-to-date by publishing photos, news and project information
Social media: publish frequent updates on Seeds’ social media
Newsletter: design and send trimestral newsletter
Fundraising: keep an updated donators database and gather photos, videos or any type of communication material to be used for fundraising means

REQUIREMENTS

Proactivity and ability to work independently
Ability to multitask and respect deadlines
Good knowledge of communication tools
Strong writing skills
Fluency in English is required. Fluency in French and/or Spanish is desirable (intermediate level)

If you are interested by this opportunity, please send your CV to: hqprojectmanager@seeds-ong.org