Country: United States of America
Closing date: 30 Nov 2013
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS & INTERNS FOR UPCOMING WINTER TRIMESTER
Volunteers will be expected to work from January to May. We cannot offer monetary compensation for volunteers at this time; however, we are willing to work with volunteers on a case-by-case basis to ensure school credit. Applications are also accepted on a rolling basis.
BENEFITS FOR VOLUNTEERS
Think both local and global. The US Chapter of Doctors of the World/Médecins du Monde is in the start-up phase. As a volunteer you will learn the inner-workings of start-up non-profits in a competitive market like NYC with extensive opportunities for multi-department participation.
Internationally, the organization has a 30-year history of outstanding medical and humanitarian service. As a volunteer you will cultivate relationships with leaders in the fields of humanitarian activism, public health and international development. There is potential for travel abroad and fieldwork opportunities for exceptional volunteers.
On a technical level, you may develop a variety of skill-sets: research, digital communications, event management, and programmatic development. Last but not least, volunteer positions with MdM USA provide you with an excellent opportunity to make a visible difference in the lives of marginalized people close to home and abroad.
QUALIFICATIONS: Desire to help vulnerable people; non-judgmental attitude towards service users from diverse backgrounds; team player but independent work ethic (we do not micromanage!); excellent communication skills; strong writing, editing and proofreading skills; news savvy, with a knowledge of issues surrounding health and international affairs; fluency in English (background in French and/or Spanish a plus); ability to commit between 5 and 20 hours/week for a period of 4-6 months
DESIRABLES: Dedicated worker who can produce results in a fast-paced environment; creativity; background in CMS (Drupal), Media Temple, social media (Google+, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, etc.), CRM (Basecamp, Highrise, etc.), Donor Perfect, Constant Contact; experience in event management; knowledge of New York based Foundations, Corporations and other potential partners
How to apply:
Send your resume and cover letter to volunteer@doctorsoftheworld.org. In the subject of the email, list the type of volunteer position to which you are applying (communications, development, events or programs). View other listings for Doctors of the World-USA to learn more about qualifications and job responsibilities.
