PROFILE

Good communication and public speaking skills as well as written English. Additional languages are an asset.
Understanding of the functioning of the European institutions and EU policy making.
Interest in health and homelessness.
Good writing and analytical skills.
Pro-active, independent worker, self-motivation, purpose-driven, ability to multi-task, prioritise tasks effectively and respect deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a medium-size, busy, international team.

Advantageous:

Professional/volunteer experience or academic understanding of homelessness.
Previous experience and/or studies in public health and/or policies.

TASKS

The following list should be used as a reference. In no way will the intern be asked to fulfil all the tasks below simultaneously.

There will also be a certain flexibility according to the interests and learning objectives of the successful candidate:

Monitor EU policy development in connection to public health and identify relevant files for the work of FEANTSA.
Carry out research, good practice collection and mapping exercises on inadequate housing, health situation of people experiencing homelessness.
Prepare and contribute to policy papers, research reports, newsletters, etc.
Identify opportunities and regularly engage with EU institutions to promote the inclusion of homelessness in relevant public health policies.
Contribute to the preparation, organisation, and follow-up of events within the organisation.
Prepare technical reports, administrative deliverables.
Represent FEANTSA at events and in different consortiums.
Support the communication team and the core team of FEANTSA in disseminating activities.

Although this is a supporting role, there is a lot of potential to grow personally and professionally. The ideal candidate will take initiative in the tasks they are assigned, working independently without the need for constant supervision.

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