Calling Future Change-Makers: Fundraising Internship with Badael – Apply by 7 April 2026
Badael, a Syrian rights-based NGO, is offering a Fundraising Intern position to support its mission of transformative justice and sustainable peace in Syria. This remote internship provides an opportunity for early-career professionals and master’s students to gain hands-on experience in fundraising, grant management, and civil society engagement.
About Badael
Founded in 2013, Badael focuses on fostering people-led movements and initiatives that advance justice, equality, and self-determination in Syria. The organization adopts an intersectional feminist approach, connecting justice, governance, memory, and economy to promote sustainable peace.
Key areas of Badael’s work include:
- Strengthening capacities of grassroots civil society actors
- Promoting social cohesion and networking among communities
- Empowering women and youth to participate in decision-making
- Preserving alternative historical narratives through oral history
- Conducting research and publishing on grassroots political action
- Advocacy campaigns amplifying marginalized voices
Badael serves as a platform for grassroots actors to catalyze change and drive transformative initiatives.
Internship Overview
The Fundraising Intern will assist Badael in securing funding for its projects, contributing directly to the organization’s sustainability. The role involves:
- Researching potential funding opportunities and donors
- Maintaining and updating the fundraising database
- Assisting with grant applications, letters of inquiry, concept notes, and proposals
- Proofreading and enhancing application files
- Attending internal and partner meetings, taking minutes as required
This internship provides a practical introduction to fundraising, donor relations, and grant management in the MENA region.
Who Should Apply?
The ideal candidate is a master’s student or recent graduate (within six months) in:
- Business Administration
- Development
- International Relations
- Social Sciences or Political Science
Candidates should also demonstrate:
- Fluent English (writing and proofreading skills)
- Intermediate to advanced Arabic (preferred)
- Interest or experience in peacebuilding and human rights
- Familiarity with civil society or the MENA region is a plus
- Basic proficiency in MS Office
The internship is ideal for individuals eager to gain practical experience in fundraising and NGO operations while contributing to meaningful social change.
Internship Structure
- Location: Remote
- Workload: Part-time (20 hours/week) or full-time (up to 37.5 hours/week, if required by university)
- Duration: 6 months
- Start Date: 1st week of May 2026
- Compensation: Unpaid, but Badael offers flexibility to accommodate students’ external commitments
Key Responsibilities
- Funding Research and Monitoring
- Identify new funding sources and monitor opportunities
- Update and maintain the fundraising database
- Grant Application Support
- Draft letters of inquiry, concept notes, and proposals
- Proofread and enhance submission documents
- Contribute to visualization and presentation of proposals
- Internal Collaboration
- Attend meetings and grant-related information sessions
- Record minutes and summarize key discussions
- Capacity Development
- Gain insights into donor processes and NGO fundraising strategies
- Support the implementation of Badael’s Fundraising Strategy
Why This Internship Matters
This internship offers a unique opportunity to:
- Build practical skills in fundraising and grant management
- Gain exposure to peacebuilding and civil society initiatives in Syria
- Contribute to projects that empower marginalized communities
- Work closely with a committed team of experts in transformative justice
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- CV (maximum 2 pages)
- Cover Letter (maximum 1 page)
Send applications by 7 April 2026 with the subject line:
Fundraising Intern (First Name Last Name)
This position is ideal for driven, socially-conscious individuals looking to advance their career in international development, peacebuilding, and NGO fundraising.
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