Fundraising & Events Internship | Pathfinders
PathFinders was founded in 2008 after two babies and their migrant mothers were found in extreme danger and poverty, with no one able or willing to help them. PathFinders is now almost 10 years’ old, and has now improved the lives of over 5,400 ethnic minority women and children, including over 2,400 newborns and toddlers, of whom 170 would, but for PathFinders, have been at significant risk of abuse, neglect and/or trafficking. PathFinders serves pregnant, migrant women in distress and their Hong Kong-born children. PathFinders provides humanitarian support (food, shelter, clothing), social and welfare services, as well as access to healthcare, legal support and identity documentation. We also provide educational workshops and home country integration support. To address the big picture problem, we deliver preventative community education and awareness initiatives, and advocate for systemic change both locally and internationally.
Overview
- Location: Hong Kong
- Industry: Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
- Employer: Pathfinders
Job Description
ABOUT THE FUNDRAISING & EVENTS TEAM
PathFinders’ Fundraising & Events (FR&E) team is responsible for managing donor relations, sourcing new funding and support for our services, and coordinating fundraising and CSR events. The FR&E team is seeking enthusiastic and pragmatic interns to work closely with the wider PathFinders team on various fundraising initiatives and events.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Research local and global corporates, foundations and other potential donor organisations, to identify new funding sources and partnerships
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Prepare and coordinate fundraising and donor communications materials, including slide decks, newsletters, social media and blog
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Support and coordinate fundraising, CSR and community events
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Provide administrative support to the FR&E team
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Support other PathFinders projects as needed
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NECESSARY SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
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A demonstrated interest in the social sector, philanthropy, NGOs, corporate social responsibility, fundraising or events. Previous experience is desirable
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Able to work independently with limited supervision, and in a team environment
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Strong research, organisational and administrative skills
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Fluency in English, with excellent verbal and written communications skills
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Your own computer, with Microsoft Office (or compatible) suite
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Knowledge of Cantonese, Bahasa Indonesian and/or Tagalog would also be an advantage
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Design or graphic design skills would also be an advantage
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Be comfortable with, and committed to, operating within PathFinders’ core values: non-judgemental, respectful, passionate, courageous, empathetic, discreet, collaborative, and
Hold a HKID, valid visa or be eligible to apply for a working student or training visa. Students who are not permanent Hong Kong residents should refer to the conditions for taking up employment in Hong Kong. A breach of any condition will render them liable to prosecution and removal from Hong Kong under the Immigration Ordinance.
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INTERNSHIP INFORMATION
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The internship will be based predominantly at PathFinders’ offices at Worldwide Centre, 123 Tung Chau Street, Tai Kok Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong. Travel within Hong Kong is expected for events and to attend various meetings
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This is an unpaid internship unless the applicant falls outside the exceptions in the Minimum Wage Ordinance. Reasonable travel expenses while on PathFinders’ business will be reimbursed
