Programme Finance Intern

The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) enables governments and empowers people to reform laws and strengthen institutions to promote peace, justice, sustainable development, and economic opportunity. We contribute to creating stable and inclusive societies where every person can live free from fear and want, in dignity and under the rule of law.

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INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

IDLO internship programs are designed to provide a mutually beneficial relationship between IDLO and university students, young graduates, post-graduate students, or persons similarly situated (collectively referred to as Interns). IDLO offers interns an exceptional learning experience in an international organization and increases their awareness and knowledge of legal issues in the development arena. Internships also benefit IDLO by allowing participants to contribute their skills and competencies to the realization of IDLO’s strategic goals and mission. Interns are fully involved in the work program of the Unit or Department that has selected them to carry out assignments relevant to their studies and experiences under the supervision of IDLO staff.  

IDLO provides all full-time interns with a monthly stipend of €600. Internships are offered for 3 months and are renewable up to a maximum of 6 months. Onsite full-time placements (5 days a week) are strongly preferred. For more information about IDLO’s Internship Program visit:  http://goo.gl/ZeG1un.

THE INTERNSHIP

A Programme Finance Intern is sought for an interesting professional learning opportunity to contribute to the work of the Programme Finance Unit with an immediate start.  Under the supervision of the Finance and Grants Manager and in collaboration with relevant colleagues, the intern will be asked to support the unit with the following duties:

• Assist in the review of payment requests and when complete prepare the payment package and initiate the invoice registration in the financial system Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
• Assist with registration of payments in Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
• Assist with the online filing and physical archiving of documentations for all NAV transactions.
• Assist with monthly reconciliations.
• Assist with the preparation of documents for project audits.
• Assist with the planning and coordination of DFSS global training.
• Other similar duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Educational qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or post-graduate degree in Accounting, Finance or related disciplines.

Languages

• Fluency in both oral and written English is required.

Technical competencies

• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel
• Analytical skills
• Data mapping skills

Behavioral competencies

• Good team player, positive attitude, flexible mind, comfortable working in multi-cultural settings.
• Demonstrated ability to work proactively and independently, as well as in a small team, and doing so in a well-organized manner and exercising sound judgment.

All interested applicants are encouraged to apply via our website www.idlo.org/interns and submit a completed resume and cover letter.

IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome and encourage diverse applications.

Due to immediate need, applications will be reviewed an ongoing basis and candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the intern assigned to this work. This may not be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.

The Director-General of IDLO reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities or even to cancel the recruitment to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

Application deadline: 31 August 2024 (23:59hrs, Rome time).