Organization:Global Banking Alliance for Women
Location:New York United States
Opportunity Type: Internship
About the Organization:
Global Banking Alliance (GBA) for Women is a global consortium of financial institutions driving women's
wealth creation. Its member institutions work in several countries to build innovative, comprehensive programs that provide women entrepreneurs with vital access to capital, markets, education, and training. Its mission is to propel the growth of women in business and their wealth creation, while generating superior business outcomes for member financial institutions. GBA uses its collective voice to advocate for greater awareness of women's vital economic role as consumers, investors, and job-creating entrepreneurs.
About the Job:
GBA is seeking a Research and Communications Intern for the summer to work with the CEO and senior management team in the support of various key initiatives related to research and communications.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Research key topics related to financing the SME market, including barriers to access, supply-side constraints, and other trends and growth considerations;
- Research member bank’s women’s market and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs and lead in the development of the organization’s first member catalogue;
- Support in the development and implementation of a social media strategy;
- Support the organization's team in other communications efforts, including the management of contact lists, content development for organization’s newsletter and website, and others.
Qualifications:
- Undergraduate/Graduate degree or prior experience in international development or a finance-related field;
- Commitment and interest in small enterprise development;
- Good organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
- Willingness to assist on a variety of projects, performing a range of tasks as needed;
- Fluency in English and professional competence in Spanish or French a plus.
Closing Date: 07 Jul 2013
How to Apply:
http://www.microfinancegateway.org/p/site/m//template.rc/1.11.191675