Host organization: Lesotho Association of Teachers
The Lesotho Association of Teachers (LAT) is a teachers’ union whose core mandate is to champion and defend the interests and rights of teachers, fighting for economic justice at workplace and most importantly strongly advocate for provision of free quality education for all in Lesotho. As a union comprising of educators in the knowledge industry, LAT has leveraged on a repertoire of its members not only as professional experts but also proponents of community development agents in the implementation of a myriad of programmes designed for the benefit of the general public.
Position Title: Resource Mobilization & Gender Equality Intern in Lesotho
Language: advanced level of English (both written and spoken) is required.
Mandate: This mandate focuses on two main areas: resource mobilization and training in the field of gender equality.
Under the coordination of senior management, and in support of the 2025–2028 strategic plan, the intern will be expected to:
- Support the development of a resource mobilization action plan, which includes, among other things, mapping donors and various partners, conducting a needs analysis, and developing retention strategies.
- Contribute to the development of a ten-year financial history.
- Support the development of a gender equality action plan, which includes, among other things, collecting data on women’s representation within the LAT’s leadership structures, developing proposals for gender equality initiatives for various partners, and conducting educational campaigns on gender equality issues.
- Support the union’s partnership work.
- Support local branches in their resource mobilization and gender equality programs.
- Contribute to the creation of content for social media platforms.
In addition, the intern is required to comply with union policies.
Training before departure and upon return from the internship
Before departing, selected candidates must participate in a two-week (10 business days) pre-departure training program in Montreal, conducted in French by trainers who are recognized experts in their fields. The program will cover a variety of topics. A shorter online training program, conducted in English, may also be offered.
The IYIP also aims to help participants enter the job market upon their return. As part of this, the program includes workshops designed to improve interview skills and strengthen job search strategies.
In addition, participation in the IYIP covers:
- Airfare;
- Accommodation costs in the host country;
- Visa fees, if required;
- Required vaccinations*;
- Emergency medical insurance;
- Monthly living stipend;
- Personalized follow-up during your stay abroad.
Duration of the internship abroad: 3 months
However, IYIP is a comprehensive 4–5-month commitment that will take you through pre-departure training (2 weeks), an international internship (3 months), and post-return components including employability training and a mandatory public engagement activity.
To be eligible for the International Youth Internship Program (IYIP), the candidate must:
- Be 18-30 years old
- Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident
- Not have previously completed an IYIP Placement (see our FAQ)
The International Youth Internship Program (IYIP) is particularly aimed at youth facing barriers to employment: those who belong to or identify themselves as members of a group that faces discrimination, such as people living with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, racialized youth and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
Please access the form below by clicking on apply.
- Only the candidate who send its CV and motivation letter (in PDF via the registration form) will be considered during the selection process.
Information: psij@alternatives.ca
