Abaana is a Christian based charity which invests in children in Africa, helping them to break the chains of poverty through education. Do you have a passion to make a difference? Could you help Abaana fulfil its goals? Why not consider our exciting internship opportunity?
The internships will run from September 2024 until the end of June 2025 (with the option of a trip to Uganda as part of an Abaana team in July/August 2025). The main areas of work will be:
– Supporting Abaana’s general work: Helping within the office, running events and giving presentations.
– Promotion of Abaana Fundraising: Helping Abaana network across schools, churches and universities to encourage as many people as possible to be involved in Abaana’s fundraising events.
– Supporting the Abaana New Life Choir: Assisting in the preparations for the next potential New Life Choir tour.
– Supporting the teams: Promoting and assisting with the preparation of teams to Uganda, with the option of travelling to Uganda with a team during the summer.
– Other areas: At Management’s discretion.
Each intern’s post covers 35 hours per week which may include some evenings and weekends. During the post Abaana will aim to develop the skills of each intern (see overleaf).
Who are we looking for?
The ideal candidate will have:
• Ability to work on own initiative and have flexibility with regards to the role.
• Ability to work as an enthusiastic team member and gain the confidence of colleagues, donors and the public.
• Willingness to network with students across schools and Universities.
• Education: A-levels or equivalent.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Hold a current driving license and have access to a car.
• A personal Christian faith and be able to support the ethos and aims of Abaana.