Research Fundraising & Development Intern

Research Fundraising & Development Intern
Location: Washington, DC
Job Code: 236
# of openings: 1

Description
FINCA International is a recognized leader in microfinance and the pioneer of the village banking methodology. Since 1984, FINCA has provided financial services to the world's lowest-income entrepreneurs so they can create jobs, build assets, and improve their standard of living. The Research Fundraising & Development (RFD) Intern position is housed within FINCA’s Executive Initiatives Group (EIG) at the international headquarters in Washington, DC. The RFD Intern will work under the lead of the New Business Development Department (NBDS) and assist in proposal and grant-writing activities for FINCA International’s Research Team, helping to bring FINCA’s work to the forefront of client assessment and relationship management in the microfinance industry. The RFD Intern may also have the opportunity to work on other Research initiatives including double bottom line analysis, client assessment, customer relationship management and other special projects as assigned.

Specifically, the RFD Intern will take an active role in the following initiatives:- Putting together a comprehensive document outlining EIG’s funding needs and strategy in the area of research that can be shared with NBDS;- Under the leadership of NBDS, identify funding sources among NGOs, foundations, and others interested in client assessment;- Under the leadership of NBDS, assist in researching and developing proposal ideas and funding applications, in accordance with donor format, and helping to ensure that all necessary information is presented in a properly structured proposal acceptable to the donor;- Assist in the coordination of research initiatives including the presentation of 2008 Client Assessment results to staff, the field testing of research tools and other research activities;- Provide logistical and technical support with Executive Office projects as needed.

Ideal profile:- Graduate Program candidate or graduate;- Experience writing grant or project proposals within development or microfinance sector;- Excellent communication skills especially writing and editing; - Exceptional research skills or experience with major research projects; - Strong computer skills (especially Excel and PowerPoint);- Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills; - Capacity to complete projects in a timely manner and meet given deadlines;- Self-motivated, able to successfully complete tasks with minimal supervision;- Keen attention to detail;- Interest in and knowledge of microfinance;- Understanding of donor climate;- International experience is beneficial.

FINCA International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.