Water for Life Initiative Intern

About the role

The Water for Life Initiative Intern works with the Lead Project Manager and the Lead Program Manager to help lead the initiative using best practices and expertise, covering project management, research, grant applications and data analytics. The position is commissioned, full time and lasts one year, reporting to the Lead Project Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Project management (40%): manage a project from implementation to completion, keeping it on time and within budget; report regularly on status and outcomes to stakeholders; handle project tracking, budgeting, report writing, communication and logistics; conduct field visits as needed to gather reports, donor fulfillment and beneficiary stories.
• Program research and analytics (50%): analyze program data and evaluations to assess trends in effectiveness, sustainability and impact, producing reports for stakeholders; identify and pursue funding opportunities for new projects and programs; research and maintain best practices in project and program design.
• Other responsibilities (10%): attend weekly chapel services and the bi-annual International Day of Prayer; take part in staff and team meetings; support other GAiN teams and initiatives as required.

Required profile

• A deep, growing, intimate relationship with Jesus Christ and a genuine desire to see people's lives transformed by Him.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, a good steward of time, a team player who can also work independently, and eager to learn and strive for excellence.

What we offer

• Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits and a Health Care Spending Account.
• Access to the Employment Assistant Program (EAP).
• Paid vacation, an extra week off from Christmas to New Year, and free registration for FamilyLife Weekend Getaway.
• Weekly chapel services, semi-annual Day of Prayer participation and discounts at the Resource Centre.

The position requires Ministry Partner Development: the successful candidate builds a partnership team that provides financial and prayer support for the ministry, covering salary and ministry expenses. Training and coaching are provided.