People & Culture Intern (Unpaid Internship)

Background

iDE is an international nonprofit dedicated to combating poverty in the developing world not through handouts, but by helping rural households access the tools and knowledge they need to increase their income and improve their health and well-being. iDE has 40 years of experience and programs in 11 countries in Africa, South Asia, South East Asia, and Central America.

IDE's vision, to catalyze the power of entrepreneurship to allow millions of people to lift themselves out of poverty, is ambitious and bold. We need a person who is, first and foremost, passionate about this vision.

The People & Culture Intern will support the People & Culture team on a three-month assignment, focusing on critical projects that streamline HR operations and enhance internal communications. This role provides excellent exposure to international development and HR practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

HR Systems & Compliance

• Standardize internal filing systems.
• Audit benefits systems.
• Audit and standardize team owned SOPs.
• Create SOP template for global team.

Internal Communications & Training

• Support the development and execution of the annual training calendar.
• Edit and update the internal intranet site.
• Create notebooks with Gemini.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently earned a degree in International Development, Human Resources, Psychology, Human Development, Sociology, Digital Marketing, or related discipline
• Experience in a Google systems, Applicant Tracking Systems Employee Wellness, or relevant role
• Fluent in English. Second language that’s used in an area where we work is a plus.

Behaviors and Values

• Demonstrates empathy, humility, authenticity, and respect in the workplace.
• Willingness to ask questions and seek feedback.
• Excellent problem-solving and creative thinking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment and across multiple time zones and languages.
• Excellent verbal, intercultural, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Enthusiastic with a sincere interest in the mission of the organization.
• A self-starter with a proactive approach to work.
• Excited about international development and iDE's mission.
• Agile, adaptable, and a positive team player.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed primarily in a remote office environment  
• Normally required to see at far and close range, and communicate verbally through listening and speaking.
• Frequently required to sit, use hands and fingers to handle and operate objects, devices and controls.  Occasionally required to walk, reach with arms, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds .
• Regularly operates computers.   

Benefits

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Other:

• Equipment used:  all office equipment 
• Access stairs, elevator
• International Travel
• Variable Work Hours/Shifts

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

iDE takes pride in our talented and diverse workforce. Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Hiring, promotion, and compensation of employees are conducted without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.

Time commitment (hrs/wk): up to 20 hours per week

Anticipated length of engagement (weeks, months): 3 months

This is an unpaid, volunteer position for a maximum of 3 months.