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Join the Sub-Saharan Africa Chamber of Commerce and work on international trade and investment development facing Sub-Saharan Africa. Send your resume and interest to: hr@ssachamber.org

Intern Profile

Victoria Muindi, Research Associate Intern
Victoria’s areas of research and client engagement at the Chamber included conducting extensive research on U.S. Government departments and agencies responsible for international trade development and promotion facing Sub-Saharan Africa. She worked with noted Kenyan fashion designers as they developed first contacts in their effort to gain market entry into the Unites States market and she liaised with the U.S. Department of Justice on key programs facing Kenya. Victoria is a second year graduate student at American University where she is pursuing a Juris Doctor in International Criminal Law and a Master of Arts degree in International Economic Relations. She holds a Bachelors degree in International Relations and French from Oral Roberts University. She is a citizen of Kenya. Victoria says "The Chamber is the best company I have ever worked for ... I have changed in my experience and how my business character has developed. I was mentored in business and in life.

Job Openings

The primary responsibilities of the Administrative Intern position include assisting with program and project management, office administrative functions such as organizing and scheduling meetings that may involve multiple participants in different locations, event planning, fielding website inquiries, answering telephones, creating and maintaining files, processing expense invoices and sorting/distributing incoming mail. The selected candidate will proofread documents and compose routine business correspondence. The Candidate must have the ability to be proactive or anticipate upcoming needs and complete other duties as assigned. A Bachelors degree is preferred. This position is based in Washington, DC or Philadelphia, PA. E-Mail your resume and letter of interest to hr@ssachamber.org

S.No	Job Title
1.	Human Resources Associate (Intern) Provide human resources management, research and administrative support to Sub-Saharan Africa Chamber of Commerce programs including support to the Chief Operating Officer and staff. Work collaboratively across Chamber teams to deliver effective human resources management, talent acquisition, talent retention, associate development and strategic organizational planning. Strengthen relationships, promote engaged participation and deliver a human resources environment conducive for accelerated growth that is well managed, efficient, ethical and consistent with the Chamber’s mission. Requirements include strategic planning; attention to detail; diligence; accuracy; ability to juggle multiple assignments at the same time and to prioritize sensibly with minimal supervision; positive attitude; focus under pressure; willingness to accept evolving responsibility; strong organizational skills; integrity and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive matters are a must. E-Mail your resume and letter of interest to hr@ssachamber.org	Apply
2.	Marketing Communications Associate (Intern) Provide marketing, communications, research and administrative support to Sub-Saharan Africa Chamber of Commerce programs including support to the Executive Chairman of the Board and staff. Work collaboratively with SSACC staff and associates from other programs to strengthen relationships, promote participation and deliver a unified message to Chamber members, prospects and the business community at large. Work with your line manager to understand Chamber procedures relating to research, marketing, member services and administrative areas of concern. Requirements include attention to detail; diligence; accuracy; ability to juggle multiple assignments at the same time and to prioritize sensibly with minimal supervision; positive attitude; focus under pressure; willingness to accept evolving responsibility; strong organizational skills; integrity and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive matters are a must. E-Mail your resume and letter of interest to hr@ssachamber.org	Apply
3.	Multi-Media Associate (Intern) Provide multi-media production, AV design and implementation, content management and administrative support to Sub-Saharan Africa Chamber of Commerce programs including support to the Executive Chair of the Board and staff. Work collaboratively across Chamber teams to deliver effective multi-media content for intellectual debate, education, marketing and advertizing. Requirements include strong technical multi-media experience; strong organizational skills; strategic planning; attention to detail; diligence; accuracy; ability to juggle multiple assignments at the same time and to prioritize sensibly with minimal supervision; positive attitude; focus under pressure; willingness to accept evolving responsibility; integrity and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive matters are a must. E-Mail your resume and letter of interest to hr@ssachamber.org	Apply
4.	Research Associate Intern - Constitutional Law & Government The Chamber is accepting applications for an internship with a focus on constitutional law and governance. The position requires strong research apptitude, comparative analytical skills, good organizational management skills and excellent customer-facing communication skills. A masters degree qualification and experience working on Africa is preferred. This position is based in Washington, DC or Philadelphia, PA. E-Mail your resume and letter of interest to hr@ssachamber.org	Apply
5.	Administrative Intern The primary responsibilities of the Administrative Intern position include assisting with program and project management, office administrative functions such as organizing and scheduling meetings that may involve multiple participants in different locations, event planning, fielding website inquiries, answering telephones, creating and maintaining files, processing expense invoices and sorting/distributing incoming mail. The selected candidate will proofread documents and compose routine business correspondence. The Candidate must have the ability to be proactive or anticipate upcoming needs and complete other duties as assigned. A Bachelors degree is preferred. This position is based in Washington, DC or Philadelphia, PA. E-Mail your resume and letter of interest to hr@ssachamber.org	Apply
6.	SSACC Marketing Communications Associate	Apply
7.	SSACC Human Resources Associate	Apply
8.	SSACC Multi Media Associate	Apply