Advocacy Intern Openings in León

SENIOR Advocacy Intern Position
Fall 2005 and Spring 2006

• Identify pressing local economic, social, and environmental justice issues through conversations with community members and civil society groups

• Identify local resources that may be used in addressing these challenges

• Identify possible solutions to these challenges as proposed by the community

• Research and network with organizations and community leaderships facing similar issues

• Facilitate the implementation of advocacy initiatives through a bottom-up planning approach

Specific Responsibilities

• repare a long term work plan; translate and share with both the Consejo Sur and the Consejo Norte

• Prepare monthly work plans and monthly evaluations of work done; review them each month with the PML Coordinator in Leon

• Prepare bimonthly reports on work being done and send to Minnesota

• Research and post regular web updates on pressing events and news items in Nicaragua

• Facilitate the Cyber Amistades letter exchange program

• Prepare Solidarity in Action bulletins

• Attend weekly advocacy meetings with both project Coordinators in Leon

• Present an advocacy update at the beginning of monthly Consejo Sur meetings

• Attend Arte Infantil sessions at least occasionally

• Attend monthly preschool teacher training sessions

• Attend monthly mid-wife training sessions

• Support youth development in El Chague. Possible examples: facilitate discussion groups, participate in organizing sports teams….

Qualifications

High proficiency in Spanish (level 4). College graduate. Must be mature and independent. Must have a persuasive style, be passionate about justice, able to work in a team and with limited resources. Must possess strong written and oral communication skills. Must be willing to travel independently. Cross-cultural experience preferred. Organizing skills helpful. Priority given to Minnesota Residents.

Cost

Living expenses in Leon are approximately $350/mo. Travel costs are approximately $750.00.

PML Offers

Assistance with housing arrangements is provided. All job related expenses are covered, including project-related cel phone use and travel within Leon. Work is supervised by PML Coordinator.

To Apply

Submit resume and cover letter to Heather Dolphin, Chair, Project Oversight Committee <heatherdolphin30@yahoo.com>.

For any questions, call Heather at 651-222-1684.