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Youth Programs Intern |
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Toronto, Ontario |
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| Beginning |
August 24, 2009 |
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| To apply |
Please send your resume along with a cover letter describing what you hope to learn and why you would like to join our team, to Genevieve Gallant, Youth Programs at
ggallant@devp.org |
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| Web site |
www.devp.org |
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| We are an equal opportunity employer and minorities are encouraged to apply |
| Development and Peace is one of Canada's foremost nongovernmental international development organizations and the official international solidarity organization of the Catholic Church in Canada. With an annual operating budget of approximately $20 million and 13,000 members, the organization supports more than 200 partners in 33 different countries in the South. Engaging Canadians in action for change, Development and Peace educates the public to the causes of poverty and injustice in the world.
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| The Youth Programs Intern will work closely with the Youth Programs Officer to promote and support the involvement of young people in Development and Peace. Currently there are more than 150 Development and Peace JUST YOUTH groups across the country who participate in our education and fundraising campaigns.
This is a voluntary position. It has been designed to meet the needs of Development and Peace and the Intern’s learning goals. |
- Assist in the production of, and communication plans for the quarterly JUST NEWS for JUST YOUTH Groups.
- Play a central part in the creation of our 2009 THINKfast! Kit, from beginning to finish. Tasks include project planning, research, writing education materials, design & formatting, and package mail out.
- Promote and respond to requests for our Youth Program materials to youth groups, youth ministers, chaplains, and teachers.
- Participate in the design and facilitation of workshops for young people on global issues.
- Deliver presentations on Development and Peace to youth in local high schools.
- Along with the Toronto Animator and local members participate in planning and facilitation of the Fall Campaign launch and Student Days.
- Join in discussions regarding youth strategy for the organization.
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Email and Internet
- Goal oriented and able to work independently
- Strong written skills
- Interest and ability in creating educational and interactive materials on global issues
- Knowledge of group building and popular education tools
- Presentation and facilitation skills
- Desire to learn and to serve the movement of Development and Peace
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| • Based on a 4-6 month commitment, Development and Peace offers an honorarium of $1,500 and a monthly transit pass. |
Only applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted
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