CICC Advocacy Internships

Closing date: 3rd May 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Location: The Hague (The Netherlands) OR New York (USA)

Type: Part-time or full-time internship (up to 32 hours/week)

Timeframe: May to mid-July 2024.

Stipend: The internship may be eligible for academic credit. A stipend may be provided, which will be based on whether the internship is part- or full-time.

About:

The Coalition for the International Criminal Court is the world’s largest civil society partnership advancing the global fight against impunity for serious international crimes. Its membership and work are facilitated by its Secretariat, with staff in New York, The Hague, and Brussels. You can learn more about us at www.coalitionfortheicc.org or on our social media (Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn).

The Secretariat of the Coalition for the International Criminal Court is seeking two dynamic and passionate individuals to join its team as Advocacy interns, in New York and in The Hague. The Interns will provide support to the Secretariat’s advocacy work and engagement with Coalition members, language and administrative tasks. This includes supporting the facilitation of civil access to and participation in important annual gatherings such as the annual ICC-NGO Roundtables and Assembly of States Parties sessions. The Coalition is committed to ensuring the successful candidate has a learning experience and gains exposure to the work of a small, dynamic, multinational team in a non-governmental organisation and the broader international justice community in New York or The Hague.

Tasks and activities:

• Provide support—both research and administrative—to Coalition advocacy efforts with ICC States Parties and ICC officials;
• Attend and report on meetings and events on thematic issues and country situations that relate to international justice, including meetings of the ICC Assembly of States Parties (ASP), United Nations, or regional organisations;
• Assist with the monitoring of ICC proceedings and developments;
• Assist Coalition staff with research, drafting of documents or articles, and monitoring of political and international justice developments;
• Support the organisation of virtual and in-person events, including drafting invitations, logistics, note-taking, and reporting;
• Support the Secretariat with multilingual communications and publications, including translations to and from English, French or Spanish; and 
• Undertake special projects and other ad hoc assignments that may arise. 

Qualifications requested:

• Affinity with the values and mandate of the Coalition for the ICC. Previous experience in the international justice field, or with NGOs is an asset;
• Enrolled in an advanced undergraduate or graduate programme in law, international
• relations, with a specialisation in international criminal law, human rights or a related field;
• Proficiency in English as well as French or Spanish; additional languages are a plus;
• Strong written and oral communication, research, and writing skills; and
• Ability to work independently in a multi-cultural environment and within the constraints of tight deadlines.

What we offer:

• Experience working in a civil society network operating in the international justice field;
• Opportunity to learn about the work of the ICC and civil society coalitions.
• Working with deeply inspiring human rights defenders from around the world;
• A supportive work environment where collaboration and support are central; and
• Flexible work arrangements that promote well-being.

How to apply:

Please send the following by 3rd May 2024:

• A curriculum-vitae;
• A one-page cover letter detailing your motivation; and
• Names and contact details of two references.

Candidates must possess the right to work in the chosen location.

Apply via email to hr@coalitionfortheicc.org with the subject “CICC Intern application + [add the location for which you are applying to: ie New York or The Hague]”.

Please note that only short-listed individuals will be invited for an interview.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.