TRAINEE PROJECT FFPA DEATH PENALTY
Comprising over 200 NGOs, bar associations, local authorities and trade unions, the World Coalition Against the Death Penalty aims to strengthen the international dimension of the fight against the death penalty.
Its aim is the universal abolition of the death penalty. To this end, it encourages the definitive abolition of death sentences and executions wherever the death penalty is in force. In some countries, it seeks a reduction in the number of capital crimes as a first step towards abolition.
The World Coalition strives to achieve these goals through the following means:
- by supporting the work of its member organizations and abolitionist actors at local, national and regional levels;
- coordinating international advocacy for the abolition of the death penalty worldwide.
As part of its international advocacy and campaigning work, the World Coalition is looking for a full-time intern. The intern will contribute to the various dimensions of the projects led by the World Coalition.
Main tasks
In collaboration with the WCADP team and under the supervision of the Campaign coordinator, tasks include:
1. World Day campaign- approx.45 %
- Writing and distributing content (articles, posts, newsletters, press releases) on the project’s communication platforms (website, social networks, etc.).
- Monitoring and animating social networks to increase the project’s visibility.
- Creation of communication media (videos, reels, etc.) in order to promote the governance and members of the Coalition
- Media monitoring on death penalty and human rights issues.
- Implementation of the communication strategy for the World Day Campaign
• Draft the Campaign evaluation report
• Help organising the yearly webinar for the campaign
2. International advocacy approx. 40%
- Assistance with logistical tasks for the organisation of the UNGA NY mission
- Help lead the Resolutions working group
- Participate in meetings of the Advocacy Working Group
- Participate in the coordination of international advocacy efforts
• Participate in outreach activities with international delegations before the moratorium vote
• Follow the Geneva Human Rights Council efforts and help mobilise the members
3. Project Management & M&E – approx.10%
- Collect and analyze data related to project activities.
- Support in drafting activity reports and meeting minutes.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of monitoring and evaluation tools.
- Participation in follow-up meetings and coordination with Consortium partners and WCADP members
- Support organising capacity building workshops online
4. Cross-functional support for World Coalition missions – approx.5%.
- Support for the logistical organization of the Steering Committee
- Proofreading and translations
- Carry out research and writing activities
- Contribute to the development of best practices and equitable partnerships with and between members
- Facilitation of at least 2 group meetings (team meeting and program team meeting)
Profile required
- Master’s student or equivalent in political science, international relations, communications, project management or other relevant field (first-time student initial training only, internship agreement with a university required)
- Strong interest in human rights and project management
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Organizational skills, autonomy and initiative
- Fluent in English and French (written and spoken): the position involves daily oral and written exchanges in both languages
- Good interpersonal skills, ability to work as part of a team AND within a small multicultural team, ability to share information fluidly
- Proficiency in Windows and Office (Word, Excel)
What we offer:
- A unique opportunity to contribute to a global cause and work with international experts
- A flexible working environment, with the possibility of working from home between 1 and 3 days a week
Conditions:
Duration: 6 months
Location: Montreuil (93) in an eco-location – France, flexible working conditions (telecommuting possible between 1 and 3 days a week) – shared office and prolonged sitting position.
Start from Sept 7th 2026
Remuneration: According to current regulations
Social benefits: 50% of the cost of Parisian transport (and/or sustainable mobility package), luncheon vouchers
Equipment: The WCADP provides all the required equipment (computer, print, stationary, etc)
Visa: Candidates must be eligible for a full-time internship in France before applying for this position. The World Coalition cannot support any visa application.
To apply:
The application should be sent in English or in French to the World Coalition by email to smahammedi [@] worldcoalition.org with:
– A letter of motivation
– A curriculum vitae
Interviews are scheduled as applications are received.
The World Coalition is a signatory to the Diversity Charter and highly encouraged diversity applications.