The Recreation Project (TRP) is a non-profit adventure-based therapy

program that is working on the ground with youth in post-war

northern Uganda. Youth participate in adventure-based therapy and
sports programs, helping them internalize the important life-skills and
character-building skills needed to navigate a new landscape. The
Recreation Project (TRP) has operated in Uganda for 4 years and has
recently incorporated in the US creating an immediate need for
operational support state side. For additional information regarding
TRP, please go to www.therecreationproject.org.
Fundraising and Development Internship with TRP
TRP is seeking an Intern to assist the Fundraising and Development Coordinator in leading stateside
awareness and fundraising efforts for our small but crucial non-profit in northern Uganda. This internship
will be based out of TRPs office space in the Posner Center for International Development. The ideal
candidate will be passionate about positive social change and comfortable taking on significant
responsibilities crucial to TRPs growth. This position offers a lot of freedom to pursue areas of personal
interest and to meaningfully contribute to our vital work bringing healing and hope to post-conflict
communities. Although this internship is unpaid, we would gladly work with your college or institution to
provide internship credit.

Responsibilities
Fundraising: Assist in planning and implementing of grassroots fundraising activities including
events, on-line campaigns, and mailing campaigns; Research and assist in writing grants to support TRP
programming.
Marketing: Develop and maintain a marketing strategy utilizing TRPs social media tools; update TRPs
website, support TRPs communication and branding strategy.
Administration: Assist with administrative tasks such as coordinating tasks of volunteers, writing
thank-you letters, and tracking donations

Other tasks and opportunities may emerge depending upon TRPs needs and intern interest.
Desired Qualifications:
Passion about TRPs mission and work
Degree (completed or pursuing) in International Development or related field
Excellent written and verbal communication
Creative and organized self-starter
Ability to work with little supervision
Experience with social media marketing
Grant research experience (grant writing experience a plus)
Access to a laptop computer
Experience with Donor Tools a plus

Terms:
10-15 hours a week
Unpaid

To Apply:
Please send a resume and cover letter with Internship Application in the subject line to:
suzanne@therecreationproject.org
Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.