Application deadline
March 31, 2012
Hours per week
20
Compensation
Paid
Stipend/Wage
$1,000 per month
About HOPE Fellowship Program
Recently launched, the Operation HOPE, Fellowship and Internship Program works to empower and develop the next generation of leaders to pursue careers that will create global economic and social justice. Our vision is to develop a cadre of young leaders ready to work together across HOPE departments to successfully assist in growing our financial dignity work and silver rights movement. HOPE Fellowships and Internships will offer exceptional young men and women the opportunity to acquire skills and build vital social networks that will enhance their career paths and effectiveness as future leaders. The purpose of the HOPE Fellows and Interns Program is to provide accomplished and highly motivated young adults with a first-hand experience in the world of economic empowerment and a sense of personal dignity and leadership.
HOPE Department
Government Relations, Public Policy
Position Title
HOPE International Aide Fellow
Position Description
International Aide Fellow will concentrate on tracking key foreign country financial literacy legislation and providing support to manage GRPP outreach and relationship management with HOPE International Partners and future HOPE Alliance representatives.
Duration and Stipend
Duration of the fellowship is a minimum of 6 months, preferably a year. Fellowship stipend is $1,000/month. Fellow must work a minimum of 20 hours per week to earn stipend.
General Qualifications
HOPE Fellows are graduate or undergraduate students (who have finished their junior year of college) with specialized skills and interest to assist HOPE managers in a specific area. HOPE seeks talented, self-motivated individuals committed to global economic and social justice. Broadly, HOPE Fellows have the following traits:
A record of remarkable professional / educational achievement early
Evidence of leadership skills and the potential for further growth
Track record of working towards economic and social justice
Ability to work well with diverse groups
Strong personal initiative and motivation
All these qualities combined with the strength of one's character, a positive attitude, and the ability to work well with others are taken into consideration when selecting a HOPE Fellow.
HOPE Fellows will have a minimum GPA of 3.0 from an accredited university and will be enrolled in one of the following concentrations:
Public Policy
Political Science
International Affairs/Relations
Government
Specific Skills
Advanced competencies with Microsoft Office including Word, Powerpoint, Excel
Excellent presentation skills
Highly organized
Professional
Networking / Relationship building
Grant writing experience
Additional Requirement
All HOPE Fellows need to be equipped with and provide their own lab top and cell phone.
HOW TO APPLY
To Apply
For details on how to apply go to www.operationhope.org/fellows
Submit application materials by March 31st, 2012 to:
Elaine Fischer
Global Director HOPE Corps
197 Tidewater Dr
Windsor, CO 80550
After we have reviewed the applications we will contact you to set up an interview.
Further questions may be directed to Elaine Fischer, Global Director of HOPE Corps, via email Elaine.fischer(at)operationhope.org or by phone 303-513-5327.
