Partnerships Intern at Samuel Hall

Objective 1 – Partnerships Activities

• Supporting the Partnerships team in identifying new business opportunities through ‘Request for Proposal’ (RFP) searches.
• Provide admin and ad-hoc support to new business development work, with tasks including but not limited to;
• Support with research (such as context, and information on client/project) ahead of proposal development
• Support on wider strategic development (ie. industry stakeholder mapping)
• Take notes during meetings.
• Support with collating and/or preparing administrative documents and policies for bids
• Support on the development of materials ahead of partner, donor or networking meetings

Objective 2 – Proposal Support

• Updating and formatting documents including policies and presentations in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Google Slides, or other software
• Protecting SH’s brand identity through adherence to existing SH brand guidelines and templates.
• Proofreading and copy editing to ensure suitably high standards in line with the SH style guides.
• Ad hoc support for the research team to prepare research outputs (reports, briefs etc.) for external dissemination (if required).
• Background research to inform media messaging and opinion pieces.
• The Partnerships Unit is a young and expanding team within Samuel Hall that rewards ambition. Whatever your personal career goals, there is a real opportunity to help shape the strategic direction of the organization and to contribute directly to our continued growth.

Opportunities for Growth

• Working at Samuel Hall means contributing to ground-breaking, innovative, and rigorous work that bridges research, implementation, and policy. Interns will receive comprehensive training to quickly integrate and contribute, including orientation, peer learning, and mentorship. This process helps build strong connections with the team and sets a key foundation for their internship experience.

Vacancy Requirements
Required

• A Masters degree in International Relations, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Statistics, International Economics, International Development Studies, Migration Studies or a related field.
• A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
• Prior knowledge of research in contexts of migration, displacement, and international development.
• Awareness of key donors, institutional frameworks and stakeholders.
• Excellent spoken and written skills in English
• Creativity – willingness to contribute to brainstorms and share your own ideas.
• Appetite for knowledge and improvement – enthusiasm and a desire to learn
• Attention to detail – we work with governments, donors and international organizations that expect high standards.
• Demonstrated interest in humanitarian and development work, foreign affairs, networking, relationship-building and marketing.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, the Google Suite, Twitter and LinkedIn.
• Willing and available for periodic work travel.
• Ability to be patient and to work well within a global team.
• Ability to cope well under pressure, occasionally work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines