Concordis International is Seeking a Fundraising and Communications Intern – Apply By 18 January 2026

Concordis International is seeking a Fundraising and Communications (F&C) Intern to support its global peacebuilding mission across fragile and conflict-affected contexts. This remote internship offers a meaningful opportunity to gain hands-on experience in international development, strategic communications, and fundraising while contributing to real-world peacebuilding efforts.

The role is designed as a part-time internship, requiring approximately three days or 22 hours per week, with flexible working hours and accommodation for different time zones. The internship is scheduled to begin in early February 2026 and will run for six months.

About Concordis International

Concordis International is a UK-registered charity delivering peacebuilding programmes in regions affected by armed conflict, including:

• Central African Republic
• Cameroon
• Chad
• Sudan
• Abyei
• South Sudan

The organisation’s vision is for communities impacted by conflict to have the tools, resources, and capacity needed to manage disputes peacefully and build sustainable futures. Concordis works alongside local communities, civil society organisations, and national governments to address the root causes of conflict and support long-term peace and development.

Internship Overview

The Fundraising and Communications Intern will support Concordis’ external engagement, communications, and income-generation efforts, working closely with the Fundraising and Communications Manager and collaborating with UK-based staff and Programme Managers.

This internship is intentionally structured as a two-way learning experience. Interns are encouraged to bring their existing skills while also exploring new areas of work, developing additional competencies, and gaining exposure to different aspects of fundraising, communications, and peacebuilding.

The work undertaken by the intern will be real, relevant, and public-facing, contributing directly to Concordis’ visibility, donor relationships, and organisational impact.

Role Information

• Position: Fundraising & Communications Intern
• Location: Remote (work from home)
• Reporting to: Fundraising and Communications Manager
• Duration: 6 months
• Time commitment: 3 days / 22 hours per week
• Start date: Early February 2026
• Remuneration: Volunteer position
  • Reasonable expenses reimbursed
  • Small daily lunch allowance provided

Key Responsibilities

The Fundraising and Communications Intern will support a broad range of activities, including:

Communications Support

• Gathering stories and updates from programme staff across country offices
• Assisting with the creation of content for:
  • Website
  • Newsletters
  • Social media platforms
  • Reports and donor-facing materials
• Supporting the design and layout of digital and print communications materials
• Assisting with internal communications and team coordination

Fundraising and Donor Engagement

• Supporting fundraising campaigns and donor communications
• Assisting with proposal development and donor reporting
• Updating and managing CRM systems and contact databases

Monitoring and Reporting

• Monitoring engagement metrics across communications platforms
• Supporting reporting on outreach and communications performance

Who Should Apply

Concordis welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate:

• A strong interest in peacebuilding, international development, or humanitarian work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confidence working independently and as part of a remote team
• An interest in, or early experience with, fundraising, donor engagement, or communications

Applicants with skills or interest in one or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:

• Content writing or journalism
• Graphic design or visual communications
• CRM systems and contact database management
• Newsletters and email marketing
• Social media management
• UX/UI design
• Squarespace or comparable content management systems

A high level of fluency in English is essential. French and/or Arabic language skills are considered a strong asset.

What Interns Gain

Through this internship, participants will:

• Gain practical experience in international NGO communications and fundraising
• Develop transferable skills applicable to careers in development, policy, and humanitarian sectors
• Build a stronger professional portfolio with public-facing work
• Receive mentorship and structured support from experienced practitioners
• Enhance career options through meaningful, values-driven experience

Concordis aims for interns to leave with enhanced skills, clearer career direction, and tangible experience that adds strong value to their CV.

Application Process

Application deadline: 18 January 2026 at 23:59 GMT

Applications will only be considered if submitted according to the instructions below.

Applicants must submit:

• A CV or résumé (maximum two pages)
• A covering letter (maximum two pages)

Both documents must:

• Be written in English
• Be submitted as separate PDF files
• Be titled using the following format:
  First name – Last name – Document type – Numerical date
  Example: John Smith – CV – 0125

Applications should be sent by email to: hr@concordis.international

Cover Letter Requirements

The covering letter should clearly address:

• Motivation for working with Concordis International
• Experience or interest in communications and/or fundraising
• Relevant skills (writing, design, CRM, digital tools, UX/UI, journalism)
• Language skills
• How the internship supports future career development
• Availability to start
• How the role will be balanced with other commitments

Selection Process

• All applicants will receive an automated acknowledgement of receipt
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a task
• Final candidates will be invited to interview

Due to the volume of applications, Concordis is unable to provide individual feedback to unsuccessful candidates.

Safeguarding and Data Protection

Concordis International is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Offers are subject to references and appropriate pre-employment screening. Personal data will be handled in accordance with GDPR requirements.

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