Job Description

International Association for Democracy

Job Title

: Partnerships and Engagement Officer (Volunteer Role)

Working For

: International Association for Democracy (IAD)

Location

: Online

Salary

: Voluntary

Closing Date

: 31 October, 2025

Job Details

The International Association for Democracy (IAD)

is an NGO that works to defend and advance democracy around the globe. We link people with their governments and lobby governments to promote, strengthen and safeguard democratic institutions, processes, norms and values at home and abroad. We also work towards raising public awareness about the current state of democracy around the world and what should be done to better defend and promote democracy. For further information, visit .

IAD is looking for a

Partnerships and Engagement Office

r to help us grow as an association. The selected candidate will work closely with IAD's Executive Director and Board to manage IAD's external engagement with partners and relevant stakeholders. This role is expected to take 3-5 hours per week.

Objectives of this Role

Proactively research and identify potential partners and engagement opportunities for IAD Secure and manage engagement opportunities for IAD, such as participation in international fora on democracy (e.g., the World Forum for Democracy) Build and sustain partnerships with other organisations and relevant stakeholders in IAD's area of work Manage projects co-organised together with external partners

Skills and Qualifications

Strong written and oral communication skills Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills Knowledge and understanding of partnership management and external engagement in an NGO Good level of communication skills with both professionals and the public through a range of media Ability to develop good working relationships with colleagues from different agencies/organisations Good organisational skills, particularly in relation to events and activities Good understanding of the fields of democracy and international politics as well as the stakeholders involved (e.g., International Organisations, relevant NGOs and foundations, etc.) Passion for promoting democracy, rule of law and human rights

Preferred Qualifications

Proven professional experience in partnerships and external engagement in an NGO.

What we can offer you

Experience in an international NGO and an excellent reference to help you in your career You will join a welcoming international network of students and professionals, who have a passion for promoting and defending democracy, the rule of law and human rights The inclusion of your name, photo and role at IAD on our website

Application Details

Please email to

recruitment@iad.ngo

with a short motivation (approx. 5 sentences) along with a 1-2 page CV.

Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis and interviews may be organized before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

To ensure that you do not miss out on important recruitment-related communication, we strongly urge you to regularly check your spam folder for any emails sent from .

IAD celebrates diversity and encourages anyone who is qualified to apply for the position, regardless of gender, age, disability, national or ethnic background. The same applies for applicants who have had a break from work life.

Website

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Job Type: Volunteer

Application question(s):

What interests you in this voluntary position at the International Association for Democracy (IAD)?
Work Location: Remote