Just Share Internship (Cape Town, Western Cape) South Africa 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
23 March 2022.
Be sure to apply on or before this date - any applications submitted after this date are late and will NOT be accepted.
DETAILS ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME:
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Duration: 12 months
Salary: R180 000 to R200 000 per annum, CTC
Just Share is offering a Responsible Investment Internship opportunity to recent Graduates with a Finance background. This internship programme will commence on 1 April 2022 and aims to allow the candidate to use their skills and qualifications to aid in building a better society.
The intern will get the opportunity to experience the cutting edge of social justice-oriented shareholder activism. The candidate will also interact and work with civil society organisations that are making a positive change in South Africa, and with shareholder activism organisations around the globe.
Key performance areas/ primary responsibilities of the internship programme:
- Performing research and analysis of the company reports, policy briefs, academic publications, financial data, etc
- Tracking and assessing all local and global developments regarding responsible investment and shareholder activism (this includes environmental, social, and governance (ESG)-reporting mechanisms)
- Assisting with investor and company engagement (i.e. attending Annual General Meetings and engaging in research for and preparing questions)
- Assisting with the planning of Just Share events
- Providing general support to the Just Share team such as transcription, note-taking, filing, printing, proof-reading and any other tasks
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NEEDED TO APPLY:
Before applying, please ensure that you meet ALL of the following minimum entry criteria – failure to satisfy all the requirements will result in your application being disqualified:
- Must be a South African Citizen
- Must have completed a Degree related to Finance
- Must have a broad understanding of the complex South African socio-economic environment
- Must have excellent research skills
- Must have excellent data analysis skills
- Must have excellent communication skills (oral and written)
- Must have to be proficient in MS Office
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills
- Must be able to work well within a team
- Must be able to meet all deadlines
- Must be able to prioritise work
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME:
Applications must be submitted by email to: info@justshare.org.za
State the following in your email subject line: "Internship Application"
Attach the following documents to your application:
- A motivational cover letter stating your interest and suitability for the role
- An updated copy of your Curriculum Vitae
Please note:
- Candidates from historically disadvantaged backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
- The candidate will be based at the Kenilworth branch in Cape Town, as well as work from home when necessitated by COVID-19 regulations.
- Applications submitted without a motivational letter will NOT be accepted.
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an assignment.
ABOUT THE COMPANY PROVIDING THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME:
Just Share is a non-profit shareholder activism organisation. It believes through responsible investment and hard work, a just, sustainable, and inclusive economy can be created. It is the only organisation within the country dedicated to using sustainable finance mechanisms and responsible investment ideas to enhance social and environmental justice. Just Share aims to drive change to combat climate change and inequality, all whilst partaking in research, advocacy, engagement, and activism.
CONTACT THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME PROVIDER FOR QUERIES:
For any queries related to this internship programme, please contact Just Share directly:
Email address: info@justshare.org.za