Application Guide

How to Apply for Programme and Community Intern

at Movement in Refuge

🏢 About Movement in Refuge

Movement in Refuge (MiR) is a unique international organization that leverages sport and movement training to promote physical and mental health among conflict-affected communities, starting with Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. Working here means contributing to a mission-driven team that uses innovative, community-based approaches to create real impact. Candidates will join a remote, globally-minded team passionate about using their personal skills in sports or movement to foster resilience and hope.

About This Role

As a Programme and Community Intern, you will build and nurture relationships with clubs, federations, schools, or online communities aligned with your chosen track (e.g., chess, swimming, yoga). You'll drive awareness of MiR's work, identify partnership and sponsorship opportunities, and help develop the programme's curriculum and resources. This role directly impacts the expansion of MiR's reach and the quality of its offerings for refugee communities.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start by checking emails from clubs or federations you've reached out to, then drafting a partnership proposal for a local yoga studio. Later, you could join a virtual meeting with the team to discuss curriculum ideas, followed by posting on social media about an upcoming chess tournament. You'll also spend time researching potential sponsors and updating a spreadsheet of contacts.

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🎯 Who Movement in Refuge Is Looking For

  • Has a genuine passion for MiR's mission and a personal connection to their chosen track (e.g., active chess player, swimmer, yoga practitioner) with knowledge of that community's landscape.
  • Demonstrates strong relationship-building skills and the ability to initiate and maintain partnerships with clubs, federations, schools, or online communities.
  • Is self-motivated and comfortable working independently with flexible hours (5–20 hours per week) and a commitment of at least 4 months.
  • Has excellent communication skills for representing MiR at events, creating social media content, and engaging potential sponsors or donors.

📝 Tips for Applying to Movement in Refuge

1

Tailor your application to your specific track (e.g., chess, swimming, yoga) by highlighting your personal involvement and network in that community.

2

Showcase any past experience in partnership development, event representation, or community outreach, even if informal or volunteer-based.

3

Provide concrete examples of how you've raised awareness or secured resources for a cause you care about.

4

Mention your availability and flexibility clearly, including your time zone and typical weekly hours you can commit.

5

Include a brief paragraph on why MiR's work resonates with you personally, linking it to your track expertise.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your personal connection to the chosen track and how it aligns with MiR's mission to support conflict-affected communities.", 'Specific examples of your relationship-building skills, such as initiating partnerships or growing a community.', 'Your ability to work independently and manage your own schedule, with a clear statement of your weekly availability.', 'Ideas for how you could contribute to curriculum development or identify partnership opportunities within your track.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read about MiR's current programmes in the Rohingya refugee camps, including specific sports or activities offered.
  • → Familiarize yourself with MiR's partners, such as other NGOs or sports federations they collaborate with.
  • → Understand the challenges and opportunities of delivering sport/movement programmes in conflict-affected or low-resource settings.
  • → Look at MiR's social media channels to see how they currently communicate their work and engage their community.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you built a relationship with a club, school, or online community. What steps did you take?
2 How would you identify potential sponsors or equipment donors within your track's community?
3 What ideas do you have for adapting your track (e.g., chess, yoga) for refugee settings with limited resources?
4 How do you stay motivated working independently on a remote team? Give an example of a self-directed project.
5 How would you represent MiR at an event or on social media to raise awareness and engage potential partners?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying without specifying your chosen track or demonstrating a genuine connection to it (e.g., just saying you like sports).
  • Overlooking the remote, flexible nature of the role by not clarifying your availability or ability to work independently.
  • Focusing only on your personal achievements without showing how you can build relationships and contribute to MiR's mission.

📅 Application Timeline

⏰ Deadline: August 9, 2026

We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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