Programme Development Intern - Biz Dev

Biji-biji Initiative

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RM 800

Publika and WFH

Internship

Job Description

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Are you a visionary that can design programs that will embody and make way to social changes? Have you been keeping tabs of various impact and development projects in Malaysia, and in the global arena? Are you keen to research and design programs based on various impact development models? Are you excited about the possibility of developing partnerships with various stakeholders in designing education programs for social change - prescribing to Me.reka Programs Framework? Are you organized, sequential, planned and detailed? How does 48-hour deadlines sound to you?

What you will be doing and learning:

Assist with databasing different funding platforms and grant opportunities available for application
Assist with researching and identifying opportunities; studying application requirement needs
Assist with organizing brainstorming sessions for designing program proposals as per Me.reka Programs Framework and Me.reka Programs Content
Assist with developing proposals by assembling information including project nature, objectives/outcomes/deliverables, implementation, methods, timetable, staffing, budget standards of performance and evaluation
Assist with researching, writing and editing drafts, proofreading, compiling and submitting program proposals
Assist with preparing presentation decks (i.e project proposals, updates, etc)
Assist with any other tasks as needed

What you will learn:

You will be able to learn about grant and proposal writing, designing impact programmes and managing multiple stakeholder interests. You will also learn about many different aspects that are involved in 21st-century education for youth empowerment, community development and social impact, through our education programme and courses. This is the perfect opportunity for somebody who is still exploring the field or who wishes to develop into an all-rounder.

By joining our team, you will cultivate your people skills and thrive in a fast-paced working environment.

You can also email us your CV and short motivation at careers@mereka.my to apply!

Job Requirements

Pursuing a degree or masters in international development, sustainable development, public policy, law, English, journalism, education or any other relevant field
If you have no formal education in these fields, yet have a deep interest, experience and required skills, do still submit your application
Writing skills: Must have a mastery of language: Great spelling, punctuation and grammar count, as well as the ability to write succinctly and boil complex ideas down into simple explanations
Creativity: Able to understand Request for Proposals and creatively explain ideas in a way that is appealing
Able to work independently and as part of a team, to meet deadlines
Organized, sequential, planned and detailed
Excellent command of the English and Malay language (preferred)

Effectively deal with ad-hoc challenges, keep calm in pressing situations, be flexible with last-minute changes, and still have a positive attitude throughout.

Company Benefits

Innovative and Creative Culture

A team of makers, prototypers and innovators are here. Your imagination and creativity are not limited? Say what? Actualize your ideas!

Inclusiveness

We work in a non-discriminatory manner where conscious efforts are made to create, maintain and ensure a fair and equitable environment

Sustainability

At the beginning of 2017, Biji-biji Initiative embarked on a journey to align itself with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

No dress code

Wear anything you like. With presentable apparels and footwear!

Flexible working hours

Want to avoid traffic? We open our business at 9.30am and finish at 8pm. 8 hours is the working hours requirement

Make a difference

Social and environmental impact is just as important to us as financial sustainability. Your work will make a difference to somebody's life.

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Job Specialisation

Education & Teaching

Company Profile

Biji-biji Initiative

The Biji-biji Initiative is a social enterprise that aims to share progressive ideas with everyone. We are a community of educators, designers, makers, prototypers, artists and innovators.

Beyond Bins by Biji-biji Initiative is all about the people and planet. This campaign strives for a sustainable and circular economy by giving waste a newfound value while promoting alternative sources of income to underprivileged communities. Circular solutions comprise a big part of the new paradigm for sustainable development. With Beyond Bins, we embody the practicality of sustainability; we are excited to involve you in this movement.

Mereka (Biji-biji Education Arm) provides an alternative way to nurture creativity in STEAM education ingrained with principles of sustainability. We teach the skills of the future, to prepare youths and changemakers for the demands and opportunities of the 21st century. With the Mereka approach, we aim to build a talent pool that is resourceful, engaged and informed enough to take on the challenges of our common future. Me.reka Programs are often designed for and engage with marginalized and underprivileged youth.

As a pioneer in innovative education, Mereka has been recognized and engaged by various corporates, universities, and schools to develop digital platforms and to support their curriculum development and transition towards a more inclusive 21st-century future.

Programme Development Intern - Biz Dev

Biji-biji Initiative

RM 800

Publika and WFH

Internship

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