Internship Opportunity 2025: Program and Grant Assistant (RED DESK) – Solidarités International

Location: Clichy, France (Paris area)
Start Date: 18 August 2025
Duration: 6 months
Application Deadline: 27 June 2025

Solidarités International (SI) is a humanitarian organization dedicated to providing aid to communities affected by armed conflict and natural disasters for over 40 years. SI’s mission focuses on addressing urgent needs related to water, sanitation, hygiene (WaSH), food security, and shelter. With operations in over 20 countries and more than 3,000 staff, SI responds with professionalism, commitment, and cultural sensitivity.

Internship Overview

SI is seeking a highly motivated Program and Grant Assistant Intern to join its RED Desk team at headquarters. The selected intern will support the management and coordination of programs in Afghanistan, Myanmar, Nigeria, and South Sudan.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain insight into the functioning of an international humanitarian NGO, participate in HQ-level operations, and understand the coordination between field missions and headquarters. Interns will work under the supervision of the Desk Manager, Programs Manager, and Grants Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with administrative tasks and operational monitoring of programs.
• Support proposal writing and project reporting processes.
• Monitor project progress, including reporting deadlines, extensions, and donor requirements.
• Archive and maintain updated project documentation (reports, contracts, organograms).
• Liaise with SI field missions and other departments (HR, Logistics, Communications).
• Update resources such as country profiles, expat information packs, and contact databases.
• Track geopolitical and humanitarian developments in the countries under the RED Desk.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the internship, participants will:

• Understand project cycle management and technical tools used in humanitarian programming.
• Gain exposure to SI’s internal procedures and donor compliance frameworks.
• Learn how HQ operations support field missions in real-time humanitarian response.
• Acquire familiarity with major institutional donors and proposal development standards.
• Develop communication, critical analysis, and coordination skills in a multicultural environment.

Requirements

• Enrolled in or recently completed a Master’s degree in Humanitarian Action, International Relations, Development Studies, WaSH, Agronomy, or related fields.
• Fluent in French (spoken and written) and proficient in English (C1/C2).
• Strong commitment to humanitarian values and SI’s mission.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Critical thinking, autonomy, adaptability, and capacity to handle tight deadlines.
• Strong interest in working in the field in future humanitarian missions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Prior international or volunteer experience in NGOs is a plus.
• This internship requires a valid internship agreement with a university.

Conditions and Benefits

• Internship based at Solidarités International’s headquarters in Clichy (92), France.
• Legal monthly allowance: €5.60/hour (approx. €860/month for full-time).
• Coverage of 50% of transportation costs (Navigo pass).
• 60% coverage of lunch ticket costs (meal vouchers valued at €8.90/day).
• 2 paid leave days per month.
• Participation in internal training, including pre-departure training for field staff.

How to Apply

For more information and to apply submit your CV and a detailed cover letter via the official Solidarités International’s online portal.

Please note that CV-only applications will not be considered. Early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close before the deadline.

A Commitment to Ethics

Solidarités International practices a zero-tolerance policy for all forms of abuse, exploitation, and discrimination, including sexual harassment and fraud. We are committed to a safe and inclusive environment for staff, partners, and beneficiaries.

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