Institute for Security Studies: Justice and Violence Prevention Internship 2023
The Institute for Security Studies in Africa is recruiting for the Justice and Violence Prevention Internship Programme 2023.
Location: Cape Town
The ISS seeks to appoint an intern based in Cape Town to support its Evidence-Based Policing (EBP) project.
The work aims to improve South African policing by promoting the understanding and application of evidence-based practices.
The intern will support research, writing, planning, facilitation and communication tasks linked to the project’s goals. The intern will report to a senior researcher.
Overview of duties
- Research, analysis and writing
- Planning, communication and coordination support
- Event management support
- Social media support
- Ad-hoc administrative tasks
- Support to ISS staff
Overview of requirements
- A strong desire to improve policing and public safety in South Africa
- A post-graduate degree in a relevant field is preferred (e.g., criminology, social policy, political science, sociology, and related areas)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in additional South African languages will be an advantage
- Excellent research, writing and analytical abilities
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Independent, open-minded, creative and proactive
- Familiarity with evidence-based practice, programme evaluation, and/or policing will be an advantage
This Internship will be until 31 December 2023. A monthly stipend will be offered.
Email your application to Rekha Valabh at [email protected]. Applicants must provide a cover letter and detailed CV, including at least three contactable referees.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
The ISS values diversity, professional integrity and innovation in the workplace. Female applicants are especially encouraged to apply.
Closing date: 19 March 2023
