Organization:Micro Investment Consultancy Services Ltd
Location:Lagos
Country:NigeriaOpportunity Type: Internship
About the Organization:
Micro Investment Consultancy Services Ltd. (MICS) is a social enterprise consultancy firm specializing in consultancy and advisory services to various actors dedicated to eradicating poverty in Africa. Its vision is inclusive and sustainable economic development through social and market-based solutions.
About the Job:
MICS is looking for Interns. S/he will be responsible for identifying donors that could provide funding to the projects of MICS.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Provide support during negotiations with donors and prepare the funding process;
- Prepare, coordinate, and perform feasibility studies and various assessments;
- Provide support for the development of the MICS business plan and strategy;
- Provide support for MICS fundraising activities;
- Monitor technical assistance grants and liaise with donors/investors;
- Provide support for the development and implementation of new projects.
Qualifications:
- Degree or equivalent in Development Studies, Social Sciences or Humanities;
- Project proposal writing and fund raising experience;
- Conversant and highly literate in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint);
- Strong analytical skills, networking, and negotiating skills;
- Good organizational and interpersonal skills;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Creativity and flexibility;
- Capacity and willingness to learn new skills quickly;
- Strong interest in participatory development issues;
- Good understanding of living and working in the developing world, and adept cross cultural sensitivity;
- Fluency and strong writing skills in English;
- Knowledge of German and/or French is advantageous (not requisite).
Closing Date: 01 Jul 2013
How to Apply:
http://www.microfinancegateway.org/p/site/m//template.rc/1.11.187947