Fundraising Intern

job Description

The American Friends Service Committee is a Quaker religious organization that promotes lasting peace with justice, as a practical expression of faith in action. Drawing on continuing spiritual insights and working with people of many backgrounds, we nurture the seeds of change and respect for human life that transform social relations and systems.

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Zimbabwe Program
The American Friends Service Committee (AFSC), in collaboration with partners, implements a cross-border initiative focused on the intersection of peacebuilding and migration within Zimbabwe and South Africa. This program works to address issues of migration and displacement, promote social cohesion between people on the move and host communities, and advocate for their rights and dignity.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Fundraising Intern
JOB CATEGORY: Exempt (Monthly Stipend)
STATUS: Full-Time
TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Specific Term (4 months)
DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Program Coordinator
REGION/UNIT: International Programs
LOCATION: Harare, Zimbabwe
DATE APPROVED:
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION
The fundraising Internship offers emerging professionals the opportunity to contribute to AFSC’s strategic fundraising initiatives. The intern will focus on donor research to identify prospects whose values align with AFSC priorities. Assignments will vary each from time to time and are developed in collaboration with the intern’s supervisor. The intern will gain exposure to philanthropy, nonprofit strategy, and social justice issues.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications, including a cover letter and an updated Curriculum
Vitae (CV) as a single file with the subject line “Fundraising Intern” by email to: [email protected] on or before the
31st of March 2026.
Applicants should have a right to work in Zimbabwe. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Duties and Responsibilities

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Strategic institutional planning
• Acquire knowledge of programs and AFSC’s overall migration approaches.
• Establish a comprehensive understanding of the regional and global context as it relates to social justice, forced displacement, and migration.

Project coordination & implementation
• Obtain experience in the use and development of project management and coordination tools.
• Gain experience in researching, identifying, and profiling CSOs and INGOs for potential partnerships.
• Build competency in drafting high‑quality concept notes that align with donor requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Conduct donor research to identify prospects whose values align with AFSC priorities in Zimbabwe
• Updating the fundraising plan.
• Assist in gathering data for grant applications and tracking deadlines.
• Support the drafting of concept notes for grant applications.
• Research and identify CSOs and INGOs for potential partnerships and create a database
• Create social media content and newsletters to highlight the impact of AFSC work in Zimbabwe and South Africa.
• Research and prepare write-ups on emerging issues in the sub-region related to peace, migration, and displacement.
• Write clear, evidence‑based program updates that communicate progress, challenges, and lessons learned.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are required.
• Operates safely in all conditions and follows policies and procedures.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in sociology, international relations, public administration, political science, or related fields preferred.
• A minimum of one year, either as an intern or a volunteer in an NGO or civil organization
• Excellent communication and writing skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively independently and within a team environment.
• Experience with standard Microsoft Office and related technology.
• Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with diverse staff.
• Respect for Quaker values and testimonies. Knowledgeable and supportive of the principles and philosophy of the American Friends Service Committee including non-violence and the belief in the intrinsic worth of every individual.
• Respect for and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial, gender, and religious diversity and familiarity with non-violent approaches to problem solving.
• Ability to organize, plan ahead, and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated dedication to the principles of fairness, equity, and inclusion regarding issues of race, class, nationality, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and disabilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPENSATION
The AFSC offers a competitive rewards package. This position is exempt (monthly stipend), with a comprehensive medical and hospitalization plan. The American Friends Service Committee provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

AFSC’s Central Office and some of its offices in the U.S. are unionized workplaces. This position is not represented. AFSC maintains a deep commitment to a mandate of care for our staff and communities. The American Friends Service Committee is a smoke-free workplace.