Apply for Internship placements at The Shanti Uganda Society

Shanti Uganda is a grassroots organization committed to sustainable community based development, mother-centered care and the yogic principles of self-less service.

The Shanti Uganda Society improves infant and maternal health, provides safe women-centered care and supports the well-being of birthing mothers and women living with HIV/AIDS in Uganda.

We imagine a world where birthing mothers and women living with HIV/AIDS are supported, empowered and able to develop to their full potential.

• Take, send and post regular photos documenting our work, events and daily happenings in Uganda
• Manage regular posts and expand our following on all social media platforms (facebook, twitter, youtube, pinterest, website blog)
• Routinely engage and interact with our community of supporters through social media
• Brainstorm and carry out new marketing campaigns in coordination with Vancouver staff and volunteers
• Assist with content for a monthly newsletter and coordinate blog submissions from volunteers and staff
• Develop and expand Shanti Uganda’s ability to share our story with the world

• The Volunteers should preferably hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (students entering their last year of their degree may be considered for certain positions)
• The ideal volunteers should possess a bachelor’s degree in communications, or demonstrated interest and ability in communications, marketing and social media
• Exceptional writing skills and proven ability to expand social media platforms
• Photography skills an asset
• The Intern must bring their own camera
• Deep passion for women’s health and empowerment
• Possess excellent inter-personal and networking skills
• Highly independent self-starter with proven multi-tasking skills and flexibility
• Possess creativity and vision
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Computer literacy skills i.e. proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and manage various social media platforms
• Strong cultural awareness and demonstrated ability to live in a rural setting
• Prior experience working or volunteering with a non-profit organization will be highly desirable
• Past experience working in the Global South, specifically East Africa, an asset
• You are a risk taker, a creative visionary and you believe in the great potential of small grassroots organizations.
• You are passionate about conscious activism, sustainable international development, maternal health and the empowerment of women on a global scale.
• You are motivated, innovative and willing to commit to the long-term growth of a grassroots organization with a big on-the-ground impact.
• You have a deep understanding of the importance of self-inquiry, communicate openly, embrace change and possibility and are driven by your commitment to others.
• You celebrate the idea of living in a rural setting, are eternally flexible and adaptable and you can embrace occasional power and water shortages.

• Make a sustainable, inspired, empowered contribution to the health and well-being of Ugandan women and their communities. Witness the deep impact of your involvement on an ongoing basis
• Gain valuable experience in not-for-profit management for those just starting off in their career
• Join other dynamic individuals committed to global change and experience the power of deep, sustainable, conscious activism
• Gain experience the beauty of Uganda, travel the region with other interns and participate in local celebrations and traditions with Shanti Uganda’s staff

Please apply be sending a cover letter and resume to Project Coordinator, Isabel Bacalao, coordinator@shantiuganda.org or Executive Director, Sadie St. Denis , Sadie@shantiuganda.org