Internship Opportunity for Graduate Students
Position: Public Relations and Social Media
Commitment: 4-8 hours per week
Tasks/Responsibilities:- Assist in preparation and implementation of strategic
marketing plan
- Manage social media volunteer corps and create content
when necessary
- Develop content for press releases and other promotional
materials
- Identify and pursue local opportunities for CFDP presence
(conferences, seminars, festivals, etc.)
Commitment: 4-8 hours per week
Tasks/Responsibilities:
- Assist in developing database of donor contact information
and communication
- Develop strategies for relationship maintenance
- Create content for communications with donors (current and
potential)
- Analyze potential donor market
Commitment: 4-8 hours per week
Tasks/Responsibilities:
- Identify local, national, and international opportunities for funding
- Collaborate with the Executive Director to create content
for grant proposals
Commitment: 4-8 hours per week
Tasks/Responsibilities:
- Work with a research team in Cameroon to assess the needs and
vulnerabilities of youth
- Identify tangible and measureable objectives through CFDP
activities and curriculum
- Development enrichment content and associated activities
(project/program)
Commitment: 4-8 hours per week
Tasks/Responsibilities:
- Analyze small jobs market in Cameroon
- Develop strategy for incorporating revenue generating
activities in CFDP programming
Commitment: 4-8 hours per week
Tasks/Responsibilities:
- Evaluate standard industry tools for monitoring and
evaluation (M&E)
- Develop assessment methodology and strategic plan
- Create tools for M&E
Commitment: 4-8 hours per week
Tasks/Responsibilities:
- Coordinate purchase of merchandise like
t-shirts, bands, etc.
- Launch online store to sell merchandise
- Develop system for shipping and delivery
of goods
Commitment: 4-8 hours per week
Task/Responsibilities:
- Plan fundraising events which include two
annual events (December and April), happy hours, and “friend-raisers”
Founded in 2010, Cameroon Football Development Program (CFDP) employs a distinct approach to health and social education in Cameroon, Africa by leveraging the nation’s love of soccer. Local leaders are responsible to engage youth ages 12 to 18 in a combination of soccer drills and discussions on leadership, life skills, health and HIV education using a proven curriculum developed by similar organizations operating on the continent. We partner with secondary schools, youth associations, and neighborhood soccer clubs and organize weekly sessions, monthly camps, and competitions. Additionally CFDP creates opportunities for bilateral cultural exchange between groups in the US and Cameroon which include pen pals, soccer team connections, and cultural immersion (travel) programs.
About Credit for Your Internship with Cameroon Football Development
Program:
CFDP is a registered, 501(c)3
non-profit organization. It is our intent to work with interns to meet their
expectations and fulfill requirements of university programs, however we cannot
guarantee.
About Travel Opportunities with Cameroon Football Development Program:
CFDP welcomes student interns to
travel abroad and continue their service learning in Cameroon. CFDP does not
guarantee funding for travel expenses for students. CFDP will assist student
interns with in-country accommodations to assure a safe and productive
educational experience. Travel opportunities exist year-round.
