As an intern (m/f/d), you will support the ITC, ATI, and NTO secretariats implement the activities agreed upon in its work plan. These include:

• Implementing and further developing the Addis Tax Initiative (ATI), most notably by facilitating the cooperation and exchange within the ATI Steering Committee and ATI Consultative Groups;
• Implementing and further developing the Network of Tax Organisations (NTO), in line with its strategy and structure, most notably by facilitating the cooperation and exchange within the NTO member organisations;
• Supporting the organisation, implementation, and follow-up of (virtual/hybrid) international events (e.g., ATI General Assembly, NTO Technical Conference, NTO General Assembly and Council meetings, ATI/NTO side events in international conferences and workshops, webinars, presentations, etc.);
• Evaluating current debates and worldwide developments in the field of good financial governance and taxation, and assisting in the conceptual preparation of studies and peer-learning activities as well as conducting research and drafting briefs, factsheets, internet articles, etc;
• Managing and collecting data for external communication and monitoring purposes, notably in the context of the ATI;
• Supporting the external communication of the initiative by drafting website articles and other communication materials for the ITC, ATI, and NTO;
• Supporting knowledge management, network management, and the exchange of information within the team and towards external stakeholders;
• Supporting the ITC Secretariat and the SP GFG in its day-to-day administrative work.

Requirements: 

• University degree (equivalent to a bachelor’s degree or higher) in economics, political science, public administration, law, regional studies, or other relevant disciplines;
• Basic knowledge and vast interest in the fields of policymaking and governance, tax policy and administration, and international development cooperation;
• Ability to work in an organised, structured, independent, detail-oriented, and results-driven way, while being able to work under time pressure and willing to quickly familiarise yourself with complex issues;
• Strong fluency in written and spoken English is required, while good knowledge in French, Spanish, and/or German is a distinct advantage;
• Very good knowledge of the common MS Office programmes (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) as well as strong drafting and communication skills;
• Experience in external communication and/or network management is a distinctive advantage;
• Experience in the administration and maintenance of websites is a distinctive advantage.