Programs and Event Planning Internship

About the role

ABANA is seeking a proactive, driven, problem-solving Programs and Event Planning Intern to assist with day-to-day operations and gain exposure to all aspects of non-profit programs. This internship offers the opportunity to engage with our members and the wider finance community interested in MENA.

Responsibilities

• Help plan and execute existing programming of events.
• Coordinate, follow up, and advertise events (announcements, invitations, press releases, ABANA website, content summaries).
• Assist in producing branding and marketing materials to promote ABANA programming and other initiatives.
• Track attendance and RSVPs by logging entries into the database, ensuring correct spelling, complete, and accurate information.
• Follow up on issuing invoices, receipts, and other payment-related paperwork for constituents and attendees.
• Support the maintenance of partnerships with other non-profit organizations, think tanks, and institutions with interest in MENA.
• Assist in forging partnerships with various educational institutions.
• Contribute to various ABANA tasks as needed, including database work, website updates, and Mailchimp management.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Experience with WordPress and Mailchimp is a plus.
• Experience with Adobe InDesign is a plus.
• Experience with CRM or other databases.
• Interest in the financial sectors in North America and the Middle East-North Africa regions is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (this role involves communication with top-level executives and CEOs).

This is a part-time internship. The candidate reports to the Director of Programs.