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THE MACHEL-MANDELA INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

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Application Deadline: 15 November 2024

LOCATION: South Africa

The Brenthurst Foundation is inviting applications from young graduates for the Machel-Mandela Internship Programme, named in honour of former South African President Nelson Mandela and his wife Graca Machel. The Machel-Mandela Internship programme offers an opportunity for a graduate to participate in the work of one of Africa’s leading think tanks, including participating in the organisation of events, the writing of papers and op-eds and other policy work.

ELIGIBILITY:

Under 30 years of age

A Masters level degree

Excellent spoken and written English. African and other languages would be an asset.

Excellent communication skills

Enthusiastic and reliable, a self-starter who requires minimal oversight and management

Able to balance deadlines and attention to detail

Fluency in all basic IT skills

Copy-editing and proof-reading skills an asset

The intern may be from South Africa or farther afield

A passion for Africa and a keen interest in new thinking and strategies to strengthen Africa’s economic performance.

Broad knowledge of African politics and economics

Familiarity with the work of the Brenthurst Foundation (please consult the website : http://www.thebrenthurstfoundtion.org)

Please address your application to info@thebrenthurstfoundation.org quoting ‘Machel-Mandela Internship’ in the subject line.

BENEFIT:

An all-inclusive stipend per month and accommodation, if required (subject to Foundation policy), will be provided. Other work–related expenses may also be covered subject to agreement with the Foundation.

The internship will be available full-time for a minimum of six months and the selected candidate will be expected to take up the appointment by 1 February 2025. 

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UN PERMANENT FORUM ON PEOPLE OF AFRICAN DESCENT COMPETITION ANNOUNCEMENT

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Application Deadline: 1st November 2024

LOCATION: Africa

As a newly established mechanism, the Permanent Forum is in the process of getting recognition and establishing its presence. This competition invites for the creation of a logo that will serve as both a distinctive symbol for the Permanent Forum and a reflection of the aspirations and essence of the people it represents.

ELIGIBILITY:

The competition is opened to participants from all ages and nationalities, that are Africans or identify as people of African descent.

Be submitted in vector format preferably (.ai,.svg or .eps). If the participant cannot submit it in vector format, a transparent TIF of the file in high quality must be sent (a minimum of 2500px).

If the visual includes colours (a limited color palette is recommended), please also submit a single ink version. Please keep in mind that the file will be printed on different media and materials.

The design should be scalable, as it will be used at a wide range of sizes.

The Font used must support non-Latin alphabet, as the logo will be used in communications in all United Nations official languages, namely: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, and Spanish. For this purpose, the contestant may use the brand font of the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), Futura Std for the design, which would make the translation of the logo easier. The contestant can propose different layouts for using the type on the design, taking into account that the design needs to work in the other UN languages (the logo concept must still work when flipped for Arabic).

Please do not use the UN emblem in your designs, including portions of the UN emblem.

BENEFIT:

The winner will be announced at the end of the year. The winner will be contacted before the announcement. The winner will receive:

An all-expenses paid trip to New York to participate in the 4th session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent taking place from 14 to 17 April 2025. The winner will also be presented during the opening ceremony of the 4th session.

Support the organization of an art exhibition during the session (provided that the winner has a portfolio that could be showcased in line with relevant UN policies)

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