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POSITION: JUSTICE AND PEACE DESK INTERN
Location: Chancery Offices (Mwenilondo)
Reports to: Project Coordinator
Duration: 6 Months
Positions: 2
Type: Unpaid Internship
ABOUT CCJP
The Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) – Karonga Diocese is the governance and advocacy arm of the Diocese of Karonga. CCJP serves communities in Karonga, Chitipa, and Rumphi districts in the northern part of Malawi, bordering Tanzania.
OUR VISION
A just and peaceful society in which the dignity, rights, and freedoms of every human person are respected and upheld.
OUR MANDATE
To promote justice and peace, uphold the dignity of the human person, and promote good governance through genuine democracy, respect for human rights and freedoms, and the rule of law.
ABOUT THE ROLE
CCJP is seeking two young, highly motivated, passionate, and energetic interns to join its team.
The internship offers an excellent learning opportunity for recent graduates seeking practical experience in human rights advocacy, access to justice, social accountability, good governance, extractive governance, peacebuilding, and project management.
KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Project Support: Assist in planning, organizing, and executing project activities, including community sensitization, training, and stakeholder consultations.
ii. Community Engagement: Assist field officers in liaising with community structures, women’s and youth groups, and local authorities.
iii. Case Management: Assist in conflict analysis and mediation involving natural resources, land disputes, witchcraft accusations, chieftaincy wrangles, and political conflicts.
iv. Research and Monitoring: Support data collection, field monitoring, and the drafting of summary reports on human rights, governance, and social justice issues.
v. Documentation and Reporting: Assist in drafting activity reports, success stories, press releases, and meeting minutes.
QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY REQUIREMENTS
Education
A Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Human Rights, Gender, Social Work, Humanities, or a related field.
Skills and Competencies
- Fluency in English. Knowledge of local languages will be an added advantage.
- Computer literacy, particularly in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Willingness to travel to rural areas.
- Commitment to Catholic Social Teaching.
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested candidates should submit written applications either by hand or email to the address below not later than 23rd October 2026.
The Human Resources Officer
Karonga Diocese
P.O. Box 140
Lilongwe, Malawi
Email: hr••••@••••••.org
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
The Diocese of Karonga is an equal opportunity employer. It has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) and child abuse.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
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