Coordination Assistant for the International Human Rights Training Program

Deadline: 5 February 2016

Location: Montreal and Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, Canada

Organization: Equitas

Every year, during the month of June, Equitas hosts a 3-week, intensive International Human Rights Training Program (IHRTP) at John Abbott College in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, where approximately 90 human rights workers from over 50 countries come to gain knowledge, skills and strategies related to human rights education.

Job Description 

The intern will be placed as a Coordination Assistant for the International Human Rights Training Program (IHRTP). The position entails a combination of the following responsibilities: logistical and administrative support prior to and during the program in June.

Requirements

• Very organized;
• Autonomous;
• Attention to detail;
• Strong sense of initiative;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Knowledge of computers;
• Fully bilingual;
• Enjoy working with others;
• Strong interest in human rights education;
• Availability to work on week-ends and evenings when necessary;
• Ability to drive a car is an asset. Please indicate in your cover letter.

Internship Length 

This internship length varies between 8 to 12 weeks (May and June 2016).

Renumeration: $13 per hour

Applicants must have the right to work in Canada. Equitas supports employment practices that promote diversity and respect human rights. 

How to apply:

Please direct your cover letter and resume to: 

Ms. Isabelle Bourgeois
Program Coordinator
E-mail to pifdh-ihrtp@equitas.org

Equitas thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants under consideration will be contacted.