HandsOn seeks a Program Intern

Job summary:

Our Program Intern will mainly support the team that runs up to 150 volunteer activities each month in support of 100 NGO partners. This team comprises of a Program Manager for NGO Engagement and a Volunteer Service Administrator —the team is overseen by Associate Director.

Internship period:

The internship is expected to begin immediately, preferred 2-3 days per week. The internship period and work arrangement are flexible and open to discussion.

Key roles and responsibilities:

• Work with the team to provide administrative support that allows the effective management and smooth running of the HandsOn volunteer services.

• Support the training, recruitment, and recognization for volunteers and volunteer leaders.

• Attend a range of our calendar programs and make observations and notes on activity format, volunteer experience and other ways the activity could be enriched;

•  Suggest ideas for potential new volunteer programs;

• Develop and maintain HOHK database of NGO, volunteer and marketing contacts;

• Develop and maintain the list of grants HOHK could possibly apply for;

• Assist with the management of virtual COVID-19 relief programs;

• Presentation of findings and recommendations upon the conclusion of the internship.

Job requirements:

All members of the HOHK team need to be passionate about community involvement and fully committed to our mission. You must be organized, dependable and able to manage and prioritize a variety of tasks with minimal supervision. Enthusiasm and a “can-do spirit” are essential for this internship.
Specific skills required include:

• Be able to work independently;

• Be proficient in computer application (including Microsoft Office, English and Chinese word processing if possible);

• Have a good command of written and spoken English and Cantonese.

How to apply:

Cover letter and CV may be sent to bonnie@handsonhongkong.org.