Financial Coaching and Economic Mobility Intern

1 month ago

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States International Rescue Committee Full time

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 50 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

BACKGROUND: Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. Domestically, our 29 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.

SCOPE OF WORK: The Financial Coaching intern works with IRC Financial Coaches to provide educational tools and resources, financial coaching, and guidance to clients accessing IRC loan products to meet client-identified goals to increase their financial capability. Tasks may include conducting outreach to clients, supporting clients with loan applications, and assisting in developing workshops.

RESPONSIBILITIES:


•Support facilitation of credit education and financial literacy training with clients


•Support continued curriculum development for workshops covering financial literacy topics


•Research local agencies and organizations to expand community partnerships for client referrals and support advocacy efforts


•Develop personal finance tools and resources, including translatable user guides, to share with clients


•Assist clients with IRC's Center for Economic Opportunity (CEO) loan applications and access to bank accounts


•Attend staff meetings, team meetings, and training related to the position


•Provide general administrative support

Minimum Qualifications:


•Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree or recent graduate.


•Strong interest in working with international clients


•Familiarity with a coaching model and related activities


•Proven ability to work with consideration and respect for cross-cultural differences


•Excellent communication and organization skills


•Ability to work independently


•Computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs and internet research


•Enthusiasm for helping people to learn and demonstrated professionalism


•Interns must be able to work at least 10 hours a week for at least three months


•Valid driver's license and access to an insured vehicle preferred

This position is unpaid and reports to the Financial Coach.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.


Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.

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