Remote Internship, Proposal Writing OR Third-Party Monitoring & Evaluation (Unpaid)

About Trust Consultancy and Development

Trust Consultancy and Development is an independent research and third-party monitoring and evaluation (M&E) firm based in Gaziantep, Turkey, with sister companies in Palestine, Pakistan and Iraq. We provide high-quality research, data collection, and analysis for NGOs and donors across the MENA region and beyond. Our clients include UNICEF, GOAL, HelpAge International, Save the Children, NRC, World Vision, USAID/BHA, ECHO, and others. Active in Syria, Turkey, Iraq, Yemen, Palestine, Pakistan, Lebanon and Afghanistan, we bring a unique perspective through our extensive field networks. Learn more:

https://trustconsultancy.org https://www.linkedin.com/company/trust.inc/

About the Internship Position

Trust offers internship positions as Junior Officers (JOs) in either the Proposal Writing (PW) department or the Third-Party Monitoring & Evaluation (TPM) department. Candidates should clearly indicate which track they are applying for.

• 6 months, remote, full-time (40 hours/week)
• Unpaid internship
• Exposure to different phases of proposals or M&E projects depending on the selected track
• If travel is required, Trust will cover related logistics expenses

By the end of the internship, the intern is expected to be able to:

Proposal Writing Track:

1. Analyze tenders and Terms of Reference (ToRs) professionally
2. Write strong technical proposals
3. Enhance communication and networking skills

TPM & Evaluation Track:

1. Clearly identify and explain all key phases of a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) project.
2. Conduct structured desk reviews and literature reviews using relevant and credible sources.
3. Design appropriate data-collection tools for qualitative and quantitative research (e.g. interview guides, questionnaires, FGDs).
4. Analyse qualitative and quantitative data using appropriate analytical methods and tools.
5. Draft clear, structured, and evidence-based M&E reports

Tasks and responsibilities

Proposal Writing Track:

• Scoping new opportunities and searching for ToRs and tenders
• Analyzing ToRs and tenders
• Communicating with external partners and consultants
• Identifying external consultants and partners
• Supporting the proposal writing team in research, coordination and writing proposals
• Other tasks, as needed and assigned by the supervisor

TPM & Evaluation Track:

• Conducting literature and desk review
• Drafting Inception reports
• Designing tools for data collection
• Conducting quantitative and qualitative data analysis
• Support in report writing
• Remote data collection e.g conducting remote KIIs, taking notes
• Data/report visualizationOther tasks (media, digital marketing, webinars, training materials, etc.)

Candidate profile & qualifications

• University Degree in Development, Public Health, Social Sciences or other relevant subjects required, MA preferred
• At least one year of professional experience in a related field within humanitarian/development and research
• Fluent/native English speaker
• Strong, demonstrable understanding of research and research methods, both qualitative and quantitative
• Good analytical skills
• Very strong Office package skills, including Excel skills
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Demonstrate a profound understanding of development/ humanitarian sector
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills and able to work in a multi-cultural work environment
• Able to work independently under remote supervision

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of Arabic, Kurdish or Turkish highly desirable
• Experience living or working in a low- or middle-income country, preferably in the MENA region.
• Previous experience in monitoring and evaluation of development or humanitarian aid
• Previous experience in proposal writing or project management
• Experience with remote management and working with a multicultural team

Benefits

• The position is unpaid.
• However, there are numerous other benefits. This is an exciting opportunity to join an organization at an interesting time. As a capacity development organization, we also offer the opportunity for you to take part in training programs underway during your internship.
• Trust will also provide references after the internship comes to an end and will be at hand with expertise and guidance in terms of how candidates might move forward in their careers.
• The candidate will have opportunities to contribute to the Trust projects.

About Trust Consultancy and Development

Trust Consultancy and Development is an independent research and third-party monitoring and evaluation (M&E) firm based in Gaziantep, Turkey, with sister companies in Palestine, Pakistan and Iraq. We provide high-quality research, data collection, and analysis for NGOs and donors across the MENA region and beyond. Our clients include UNICEF, GOAL, HelpAge International, Save the Children, NRC, World Vision, USAID/BHA, ECHO, and others. Active in Syria, Turkey, Iraq, Yemen, Palestine, Pakistan, Lebanon and Afghanistan, we bring a unique perspective through our extensive field networks. Learn more:

https://trustconsultancy.org https://www.linkedin.com/company/trust.inc/

About the Internship Position

Trust offers internship positions as Junior Officers (JOs) in either the Proposal Writing (PW) department or the Third-Party Monitoring & Evaluation (TPM) department. Candidates should clearly indicate which track they are applying for.

• 6 months, remote, full-time (40 hours/week)
• Unpaid internship
• Exposure to different phases of proposals or M&E projects depending on the selected track
• If travel is required, Trust will cover related logistics expenses

By the end of the internship, the intern is expected to be able to:

Proposal Writing Track:

1. Analyze tenders and Terms of Reference (ToRs) professionally
2. Write strong technical proposals
3. Enhance communication and networking skills

TPM & Evaluation Track:

1. Clearly identify and explain all key phases of a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) project.
2. Conduct structured desk reviews and literature reviews using relevant and credible sources.
3. Design appropriate data-collection tools for qualitative and quantitative research (e.g. interview guides, questionnaires, FGDs).
4. Analyse qualitative and quantitative data using appropriate analytical methods and tools.
5. Draft clear, structured, and evidence-based M&E reports

Tasks and responsibilities

Proposal Writing Track:

• Scoping new opportunities and searching for ToRs and tenders
• Analyzing ToRs and tenders
• Communicating with external partners and consultants
• Identifying external consultants and partners
• Supporting the proposal writing team in research, coordination and writing proposals
• Other tasks, as needed and assigned by the supervisor

TPM & Evaluation Track:

• Conducting literature and desk review
• Drafting Inception reports
• Designing tools for data collection
• Conducting quantitative and qualitative data analysis
• Support in report writing
• Remote data collection e.g conducting remote KIIs, taking notes
• Data/report visualizationOther tasks (media, digital marketing, webinars, training materials, etc.)

Candidate profile & qualifications

• University Degree in Development, Public Health, Social Sciences or other relevant subjects required, MA preferred
• At least one year of professional experience in a related field within humanitarian/development and research
• Fluent/native English speaker
• Strong, demonstrable understanding of research and research methods, both qualitative and quantitative
• Good analytical skills
• Very strong Office package skills, including Excel skills
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Demonstrate a profound understanding of development/ humanitarian sector
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills and able to work in a multi-cultural work environment
• Able to work independently under remote supervision

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of Arabic, Kurdish or Turkish highly desirable
• Experience living or working in a low- or middle-income country, preferably in the MENA region.
• Previous experience in monitoring and evaluation of development or humanitarian aid
• Previous experience in proposal writing or project management
• Experience with remote management and working with a multicultural team

Benefits

• The position is unpaid.
• However, there are numerous other benefits. This is an exciting opportunity to join an organization at an interesting time. As a capacity development organization, we also offer the opportunity for you to take part in training programs underway during your internship.
• Trust will also provide references after the internship comes to an end and will be at hand with expertise and guidance in terms of how candidates might move forward in their careers.
• The candidate will have opportunities to contribute to the Trust projects.