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Intern, Global Partnerships, Growth Strategy & Development

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Country
United Kingdom
Language
Select
Specialization
Project management
Entry Option
Internship
Application Period
2015-12-06 00:00:00 to 2016-01-15
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Time Commitment and Compensation 12-20 hours per week, starting in mid-January 2016 and running through May 2016; summer extension at 40 hours per week is also possible. Weekly schedule and hours (within Monday-Friday, 7:00am – 7:00pm) and specific start/end dates can be flexible to meet the intern’s needs. Interns will receive minimum hourly wage. Position Summary Public and private sector support are absolutely critical for Teach For All and its network partners to launch and scale thriving movements for educational equity within their nations. We are seeking an intern to support the Head of Global Development in securing funding and championship for Teach For All from U.K.-based individuals and trusts. This position provides a unique opportunity for an individual interested in international development and education to contribute to the fundraising and programmatic goals of a global non-profit organization. The Intern, Global Partnerships, will be primarily responsible for identifying funding opportunities for the global network, and assisting in the cultivation of current and prospective donors. The intern will seek to build Teach For All’s existing pipeline of U.K.-based supporters and champions by performing online research, and consequently making recommendations on next steps for prospects. The intern will also help draft internal documents in preparation for meetings, events, and conferences, as well as external communications (such as emails) to steward existing relationships with supporters. The intern will report to the Head of Global Development, Growth Strategy & Development. Outcomes An effective Intern, Global Partnerships will play a key role in building a strong base of individuals, foundations and corporations to support Teach For All’s work by: · Building a pool of donor prospects through conducting accurate and thorough research and making strategic recommendations for next steps with each that will lead to new funding pathways for the Head of Global Development · Drafting high-impact communications, both internally and externally, to advance our cultivation efforts (e.g. emails, meeting preparation) · Maximizing the Head of Global Development’s time by diving in on ad hoc projects Responsibilities The intern’s primary responsibility is to support the Head of Global Development in her work to build a strong network of Teach For All champions and supporters among the U.K. philanthropic community. Activities might include: · Donor Prospect Research (approximately 50% of role): o Based on knowledge of Teach For All’s funding needs and programmatic goals globally, conduct high-quality, accurate, and concise analyses of potential new donors to inform strategies for influencing, motivating, and inspiring them to contribute to our work. · Salesforce Data Management (approximately 25% of role) o Learn Salesforce donor relationship management platform and utilize it to record and gather research related to various funding opportunities. · External and Internal Communications (approximately 25% of role) o Draft outreach to donors and prospects, as well as various internal communications to the Growth Strategy & Development team and other teams at Teach For All. · Other duties as assigned Requirements: · Final year undergraduates at university (3rd and 4th year students); previous experience in a professional setting preferred. · Fluency in written and spoken English. · Strong research and writing skills. · Experience with or interest in education, international affairs, fundraising, international development, or non-profits preferred though not required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities · Comfortable learning new software quickly. · Highly efficient when managing a high volume of diverse tasks and projects. · Self-starter, with strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and good judgment. · Sensitivity to racial, cultural and ideological diversity. · Experience with Salesforce or other database systems preferred. · Exemplifies Teach For All’s core values and a commitment to Teach For All’s mission: o Belief in and a propensity toward seeking transformational change o Drive toward constant learning and improvement o Embodies mutual responsibility in relationships with partners and teams o Reflects a sense of possibility in mindset and vision Apply now Please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter directly online. http://teachforall.avature.net/career/JobDetail/London-UK-Intern-Global-Partnerships-Growth-Strategy-Development/513 About Teach For All A GLOBAL PROBLEM… Around the world, 250 million children lack the skills necessary to read, write, or perform basic mathematics. In rich and poor countries alike, where children are born often determines the quality of their education, and, ultimately, their future opportunities. This educational inequity is a multi-faceted and systemic global problem that affects us all—perpetuating poverty, dividing societies, and weakening economies. …CALLS FOR A GLOBAL APPROACH A world of expanding educational opportunity and decreasing disparities is a more prosperous, peaceful, and sustainable world where more children are able to fulfill their true potential. Launched in 2007, Teach For All is a global network of over 30 independent, locally led and funded partner organizations with a shared vision for expanded educational opportunity in their countries. Each organization recruits and develops diverse individuals from a range of academic disciplines to commit two years to teach in high need classrooms and to work throughout their lives, both within and outside of education, in pursuit of expanded opportunity for children. SOLUTIONS ARE SHAREABLE Because there is so much to learn across borders, Teach For All takes a global approach. While each context is unique, similarities in the nature of educational inequity from place to place lead to shareable solutions. As partner organizations and their teachers and alumni learn from each other and innovate, their impact is accelerated at the national and global levels. Teach For All works to accelerate partners’ progress and increase their impact by providing direct support, facilitating connections across the network, accessing global resources for the benefit of the whole, and fostering the leadership development of staff, teachers, and alumni Together, Teach For All programs around the world are working to ensure that one day, all children—everywhere—can attain an excellent education.

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