APMAS offers opportunities for internships at our Head office ( Hyderabad ). The work will be focused on microfinance and Livelihood Promotion. Experience will be gained in working with a nongovernmental organization involved in small savings and loans programs among individuals and CBOs. To apply, please submit resume along with cover letter to info@apmas.org or   hr@apmas.org .

Job Description

The Microfinance/ Livelihood Intern will report to the concern Associate Vice President and serve as a core member of the small and efficient respective teams, which is responsible for all online and offline communications, positioning and research etc.

Key Qualifications

• Proven interest (and ideally experience) in Microfinance, Livelihood promotion or development sector
• Display initiative and capability to convert innovative thoughts into action
• Very strong organizational skills and the ability to work and deliver projects and achieve targets independently, proactively and under pressure
• Ability to multi-task and to prioritize work amid competing demands
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Commitment to accuracy, attention to detail and follow-through
• Strong interpersonal skills: courtesy, tact, patience and strong team orientation; assertive team player with a sense of humor
• Commitment to, and enthusiasm for, the organization's mission and its core values of equity, fairness, diversity, voice and participation, knowledge and creativity, humility and respect
• Dedication to working within the non-profit sector; strong willingness to effect change with an understanding of challenges often encountered
• Relevant graduate study (MBA /Social Work/Finance etc) and/or Microfinance/ Livelihood industry experience preferred
• Demonstrable computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint; strong general computer skills and Internet research skills