The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) Youth in Landscapes Network Paid Internship 2018 – Bonn, Germany

The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) envisions a more equitable world where forestry and landscapes enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR is a non-profit, scientific institution that conducts research on the most pressing challenges of forest and landscape management around the world. Using a global, multidisciplinary approach, we aim to improve human well-being, protect the environment, and increase equity.

To do so, we conduct innovative research, develop partners’ capacity, and actively engage in dialogue with all stakeholders to inform policies and practices that affect forests and people. CIFOR is a CGIAR Research Center, and leads the CGIAR Research Program on Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA). Our headquarters are in Bogor, Indonesia, with offices in Nairobi, Kenya, Yaoundé, Cameroon, and Lima, Peru.

The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) is the world’s largest intersectoral platform designed to examine knowledge, share experiences and accelerate action by communities as they invest in and move toward more resilient, climate friendly, diverse, productive, equitable and, thereby, sustainable landscapes. Founded by CIFOR, UN Environment and the World Bank, and with core funding provided by the German Government, the Global Landscapes Forum is scaling up to engage one billion people in realizing their local priorities, while at the same time contributing significantly toward the overall achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and climate agenda.

The Youth in Landscapes Initiative (YIL) is a partnership for young landscape leaders currently coordinated by the Young Professionals for Agricultural Development (YPARD), the International Forestry Students Association (IFSA) and the Global AgroEcology Alliance (GAEA). YIL exists to unite and empower youth (aged 18–35 years) from diverse backgrounds around the world to have a voice, learn and effect positive change in their landscapes and livelihoods. YIL accomplishes this through a focus on leadership training, capacity building, community building, mentorship and fostering intergenerational dialogue.

Duties and responsibilities

The primary objective
of the Youth in Landscapes Network Intern is to facilitate the growth of the
network through community building, promotion and ensuring that programs serve
the broader youth community through working with the GLF Youth Coordinator.

•  Coordinate
  regularly with the Youth in Landscapes Steering Committee and GLF Youth
  Coordinator.
• Assist in
  creating and delivering youth programs at GLF events, primarily the 2-day
  training at GLF Nairobi.
• Maintain all
  Youth in Landscapes pages on the GLF website.
• Assist in
  knowledge management and regularly update activities and information of YIL
  partner organizations –  International
  Forestry Students’ Association, Young Professionals for Agricultural
  Development, IFSA, YPARD, GAEA, and others (IAAS, EGEA, GYBN, CSAYN, etc.).
• Lead
  outreach to associate partners and youth organizations.
• Facilitate
  engagement and network building on social media (YIL FB groups).
• Craft
  communications material and regularly promote new opportunities.
• Undertake
  other key tasks and administration related to young people and GLF as they arise.
• Promote and
  assist in coordinating youth activities at GLF Nairobi and GLF Bonn, and help
  with related GLF activities.
• In
  collaboration with GLF staff, pitch and generate ideas for furthering youth
  engagement.
• Moderate
  social media platforms and newsletter, and maintain website.

Education, knowledge and experience

• a minimum of three years of BSc completed in international development, natural science, communication or related fields; recent graduates preferred
  • excellent English writing skills
  • experienced with online engagement, youth organizations, capacity development or event-management
  • experienced with WordPress and social media
  • experienced and/or comfortable with remote work.

Personal Attributes and Competencies

• effective time management capabilities
  • strong organizational and communication skills.

Terms and Conditions

• This is an internship opportunity for 6 months.
• CIFOR may provide the Intern with a monthly stipend or living allowance in accordance with the Project Document or as agreed with the Sponsor. The stipend or living allowance provided to the Intern shall follow the rate used by the Human Resources Unit for Interns at CIFOR.
• The duty station will be in Bonn, Germany.

Application process

The application deadline is 31 Jul-2018
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the CIFOR Youth in Landscapes Network Paid Internship 2018