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Qualifications:
- Law student, law degree or LLM preferred.
- Knowledge of and familiarity with the inter-American human rights system helpful and international human rights law principles.
- Excellent command of Spanish essential. Knowledge of Portuguese valuable.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
- Excellent writing skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently.
- Administrative and office experience helpful.
- Interest in disability rights, mental health, and human rights.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Commitment:
Minimum commitment 6 months, with preference for candidates who can dedicate nine months or more. Ideally, the intern will work 15-20 hours per week. Internships are unpaid. To apply, please send cover letter (including availability), resume and two references to Alison A. Hillman de Velásquez at ahillman@mdri.org
Senior Development Associate
MDRI seeks a Senior Development Associateto manage and implement MDRI’s fundraising strategies and assist the directors in reaching the organization’s overall fundraising goals. The Senior Development Associate will:
- develop and implement a strategic fundraising plan;
- draft grant proposals, donor appeals, and reports;
- research and maintain data base of donors/foundations;
- research and facilitate new donor relationships;
- plan special events;
- actively engage the MDRI board in fundraising and work with the MDRI board fundraising committee.
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