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Volunteer opportunity

Volunteer opportunity posted by: World Federalist Movement - Institute for Global Policy

Posted on: December 3, 2012

Volunteer Opportunity description

About WFM-IGP

WFM-IGP works to advance the global promise of peace and is committed to building a safer and more just world. The organization includes a comprehensive set of programs that work to protect civilians from the threat of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity; facilitate transparency in governance; increase access to justice; and promote the application of the rule of law. WFM-IGP works in partnership with the United Nations and often serves as a hub of information and collective action on UN-related issues. In addition, we work with governments, and other international and regional institutions around the globe – as well as with thousands of committed individuals and world leaders – to advance a mission of peace, prosperity, and security for all.

About the CICC

The Coalition for the International Criminal Court (CICC) is a project of the World Federalist Movement. The CICC is a network of over 2,500 civil society organizations from around the world, working together towards a common goal: the establishment of a fair, effective and independent International Criminal Court (ICC). The ICC is the first permanent Court with the mandate to bring to justice individuals who commit the most serious violations of international humanitarian law, namely genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes. For further information about the Court and the work of the Coalition, visit our website at coalitionfortheicc.org.

The Position

WFM-IGP/CICC is looking for a volunteer with experience in managing files and archives in the global governance/international justice field. The volunteer will confer with the Programs Associate establish their own hours in order help to revitalize the filing system within the Executive Office. This position requires close attention to detail, which is best met with an active interest in the work of the organization. The volunteer will be exposed to the in-depth work of the Executive Office, and will (hopefully) enjoy the collegial atmosphere the organization maintains. WFM-IGP/CICC is seeking an individual who would be available to come in to the office once or twice per week.

All ages are encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities

  • Help to assess the current filing system
  • Reconfigure the recorded information of what had been filed
  • Document and organize currently unfiled documents into new filing system
  • Undertake special projects and assignments as needed.

Qualifications

  • Past filing/administrative experience
  • Attention to detail
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Word
  • Interest in the work of the organization
  • Proficiency in English required, additional language proficiencies are a plus

Remuneration

Unfortunately, all volunteer positions at WFM-IGP are unpaid.

How to apply

Application Procedure

Interested volunteers should send their resume and availability in an email to doescher@coalitionfortheicc.org

Volunteer applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis

For further information about WFM-IGP (including internships), please visit our website:

www.wfm-igp.org

Location

708 Third Avenue, New York, New York, 10017, United States

Details

Skills needed
filing
Extra details
Training provided
Owner's areas of focus
Conflict resolution, Network of nonprofits, Human rights and civil liberties

Time Commitment

Duration
Less than 3 months
Time commitment
A lot (10+ hours/week)
Times of day
Mornings
Afternoons
Days of week
Weekdays
Schedule
Flexible schedule

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