Intern- MENA/ Sub-Saharan Africa bei Democracy Reporting International in Berlin

Arbeitsbeschreibung - Intern- MENA/ Sub-Saharan Africa

Background

Form of Employment: A full-time internship position for a duration of three months
Starting Date: 22.09.2025
Application Deadline: 31.07.2025

* Please note that this position may be closed earlier than the deadline if a certain number of applications is received therefore early applications are encouraged.

Contract Duration: 3 months, with the possibility of extension.

Location: Berlin

Democracy Reporting International (DRI) is a non-partisan, independent, not-for-profit organisation registered in Berlin with several country offices worldwide. DRI promotes political participation of citizens, accountability of state bodies, and the development of democratic institutions worldwide.

DRI is currently recruiting a full-time intern for its Headquarters in Berlin. Under the supervision of the Programme Coordinator and in close collaboration with the project teams, the intern will provide support with administrative tasks, event coordination, and communication activities. In addition, the intern may contribute to business development efforts, research, and documentation. They will also support the implementation of ongoing projects across DRI’s thematic areas in the MENA region and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Your tasks

Conduct background research and contribute to drafting reports, concept notes, briefs, on democracy, human rights, and governance issues.
Support the planning and logistics of events, workshops, and online meetings, including participant outreach, documentation, and follow-up.
Help draft and edit social media content, newsletters, and website updates to highlight project activities and achievements.
Provide general administrative support, such as scheduling, minute-taking, and maintaining project records and databases.

The intern may also be assigned additional tasks relevant to their skills and the evolving needs of the team.

Your skills and experience

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a university program in political science, international relations, law, human rights, development studies, or a related field.
Ability to conduct desk research and draft clear, structured, and concise documents in English and French (optional)
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines; experience in organising events or handling administrative processes is a plus
Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom, MS Teams), and ideally some experience with social media or content management tools.
Strong team player with cross-cultural sensitivity, the ability to communicate clearly, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

Demonstrated interest in democracy, human rights, civic participation, or digital governance—particularly in the MENA or Sub-Saharan Africa regions.
Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in French, especially for region-specific projects.
Valid residence or work permit for the internship location, if applicable.

What we offer

DRI offers you:

Flexible working hours
Hybrid work model (depending on the role/team)
Comprehensive onboarding to help you settle easily and familiarize yourself with DRI
Regular team events (yearly retreat, BBQ, etc.)
Opportunity to work in a diverse team in the heart of Berlin, where everybody is on first name terms with each other.

Application Instructions

If you are interested in this position, please submit your application (cover letter and CV) here.

In the interest of transparency, the monthly salary band for this position is 500 €.

DRI is committed to diversity and treats everybody equally, independent of gender identity, sex, pregnancy, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, age, ability, socio-economic status, political opinion (as long as respectful of democratic principles), or any other status protected by the laws in the locations where we operate.
Organisation responsible for this vacancy:
Democracy Reporting International gGmbH
Elbestr. 28 / 29
12045 Berlin, Germany

Data processing of personal data in third countries will not take place. We process your data in accordance with the provisions of § 26 German Federal Data Protection Act. More information about processing your personal data: .

About us

Organisation responsible for this vacancy:

Democracy Reporting International gGmbH

Elbestr. 28 / 29 12045 Berlin, Germany

Data processing of personal data in third countries will not take place. We process your data in accordance with the provisions of § 26 German Federal Data Protection Act. More information about processing your personal data: Privacy Policy.

Please note that a criminal background check will be required toward the final stages of the recruitment process, should we decide to proceed with an offer of employment. The costs will be covered by DRI once the candidate is hired.

Democracy Reporting International (DRI) is an international, not-for-profit, non-governmental organization committed to political participation and democratic governance around the world. DRI headquarters (HQ) is located in Berlin; DRI has country offices in Tunisia, Lebanon, Democratic Republic of Congo and Ukraine, and works with local partners in a number of other countries. The working language is English.

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