International Development Professional

7 days ago


Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Embassy of Switzerland in the United Arab Emirates Full time
Company Overview

The Embassy of Switzerland in the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Bahrain is a diplomatic mission that represents Switzerland's interests in the region. Our team works tirelessly to foster strong bilateral relations with our host countries, promoting cooperation in areas such as sustainable development, climate change, and renewable energy.

Job Description

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in international development, working closely with our diplomatic team and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC). Your tasks will include:

  • Supporting the diplomatic team in analysing regional trends and events by monitoring local, regional, and international press, and contributing to regular reporting on various topics.
  • Assisting the diplomatic team and SDC's external communication and public diplomacy activities, including social media and newsletter.
  • Helping the Embassy in the organisation of high-level visits from Switzerland.
  • Supporting the organisation of events and assisting in administrative tasks with local, regional, and international partners.
Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have:

  • A university degree (Bachelor/Master) or be about to graduate in international relations, economics, political science, development studies, or a related field.
  • A perfect command of at least one official language of Switzerland and active command of at least one other; fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is an asset.
  • A proven interest in Swiss diplomacy, development cooperation, and knowledge of regional events.
  • Strong analytical skills, editorial aptitude, commitment, flexibility, and proactivity.
Benefits

This internship offers a competitive salary of approximately $1,500 per month, depending on qualifications and experience. You will also have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team, develop your professional skills, and gain valuable experience in international development.

Others

This internship is a great opportunity to contribute to the Embassy's efforts in promoting Swiss interests in the region. If you are a motivated and dedicated individual with a passion for international development, we encourage you to apply.



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