Kyrgyzstan: Bishkek office intern

Role:

The International Crisis Group is seeking an intern to volunteer for three to six months with the Central Asia Project on a full-time basis, starting 18 January 2016. The internship would suit a candidate with a recent degree in international relations, political science, Russian studies, journalism or similar. The position is based in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Citizens of Kyrgyzstan are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Research and draft background materials on regional economic and political issues;
• Contribute to preparing Crisis Group reports for publication by gathering information, fact-checking, participating in field work and drafting material;
• Review Russian, regional and Western press and conduct Russian-language research incorporating Russian and regional media and academic journal articles and monographs;
• Assist in proofreading and preparing Crisis Group reports for publication.

Requirements:

• A degree in international relations, conflict studies, political science or similar;
• Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of conflict/peace and security issues with background Central Asia;
• English and Russian language skills at native speaker level; knowledge of a Central Asian language would be desirable;
• Highly organised and able to pay close attention to detail;
• Strong writing and editing skills;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and often demanding environment;
• Self-motivated, flexible and reliable;
• Authorised to work in Kyrgyzstan.

If you wish to apply please send your CV, cover letter in English and a writing sample to intern.vacancies@crisisgroup.orgclearly stating “Bishkek Office Intern”. The deadline for applications is 4 January 2016.

Due to the large number of applications that we receive, we are unable to respond to each individual candidate.

Please note that our internships are unpaid, though a small stipend for lunch and transport is provided.