WORLD FUTURE COUNCIL FOUNDATION – VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The World Future Council brings the interests of future generations to the centre of policy making. Its 50 eminent members from around the globe have already successfully promoted change. The Council addresses challenges to our common future and provides decisionmakers with effective policy solutions. In-depth research underpins advocacy work for international agreements, regional policy frameworks and national lawmaking and thus produces practical and tangible results. (http://www.worldfuturecouncil.org).

The World Future Council Foundation is looking for a full-time Intern in the Media and Communications Department (Focus: German-speaking media / Future Policy Award 2015 on Rights of Children) for 6 months, starting on 29 June 2015, based at the WFC head office in Hamburg, Germany.

Responsibilities and tasks:
 Assistance in the development of the online and social media strategy of the WFC
 Support in production of the monthly Email newsletter
 Editorial work on the website (Typo3)
 Writing, proof-reading, translating and issuing of press releases
 Administration of press clippings
 Management, update and expansion of media mailing list/contacts
 Assistance in event organization

Profile:

 Student or University Graduate
 Excellent writing and communication skills in both German and English
 Team working skills and flexibility
 Experience in CMSs
 Social media affinity (Twitter, Facebook)
 Competency with MS Office programs

The WFC offers interns some support for living costs, an attractive international work environment as well as training possibilities. Candidates should have EU citizenship or a relevant visa for the time of the internship.

To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to Anne Reis anne.reis@worldfuturecouncil.org,
subject heading: Application Intern Media and your name.
Deadline for applications: 22 May, 2015.
Only candidates invited for interview will be contacted.