The Hague Humanity Hub

Junior Project Officer - Climate Justice (Internship)

Posted: 12 hours ago

Job Description

Junior Project Officer (Internship) – Climate JusticeThe Hague Humanity Hub is looking for a motivated Junior Project Officer to support our Climate Justice programming. In this role, you’ll help design and deliver engaging events, initiatives, and collaborations that strengthen our community of climate justice practitioners, researchers, and advocates in The Hague and beyond. You’ll contribute to building connections between members, amplifying their impact, and fostering a sense of shared purpose around climate action and social justice. This is a great opportunity for someone who is proactive, creative, and passionate about sustainability and social justice, and eager to gain hands-on experience in programme coordination and community building within an international, mission-driven environment.Your General ResponsibilitiesAs the Junior Project Officer you will be an essential part of the Climate Justice team. Reporting to and collaborating closely with the project manager, you will play a key role in driving forward our programming and community-building efforts. Your responsibilities will include:Project Coordination Supporting the design, planning, and execution of programming activities and events related to Climate Justice.Assisting in the further development and establishment of a Climate Justice Hub as a recognised platform in The Hague and beyond.Community ManagementHelping build and nurture a vibrant, engaged community of changemakers and stakeholders.Assisting in creating opportunities for community members to connect, collaborate, and exchange ideas.CommunicationCollaborate with other departments within the Hub such as the communications team and the campus team to respectively help promote and facilitate the programming activities within the area.Support with the production of written and designed content for our website and newsletter on topics relevant to Climate JusticeRepresentation and NetworkingRepresent and present the Humanity Hub at different events.Support efforts to map, build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, partners, potential members and speakers relevant to the programmes.Support the Hub’s business development and fundraising activities.What you bringA genuine interest in the Humanity Hub’s community for a more peaceful and just world.Affinity with working on opportunities for young people.A curious, friendly personality with the ability to stay calm, responsive, and solution oriented.You are punctual, well-organized, detail oriented, proactive and can multi-task.A flexible, can-do attitude, ready to jump between tasks and help where needed, and suggest improvements.Ideally you have experience with event management and facilitation.You are fluent in English and can (ideally) communicate in Dutch. Dutch speaking candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.Excellent communication skills, in writing and verbally.You can work independently and collaborate within a team. You welcome feedback and use it to improve and learn.Available for flexible working hours to support events as required.RequirementsYou are studying/have studied a degree in a relevant field (for example, but not limited to: Development Studies, International Relations, International Law, Political Science, European Studies, Public Relations, Communication, Business Management).You are legally allowed to do an internship in the Netherlands.You are living in, or near, The Hague.You must be able to work at least 4 days per week (32 hours).You must be available for the entire duration of the internship (March-end of August 2026).What we offerAn internship allowance of €400 per month, based on 32 hours a week.Paid holiday allowance (8 days based on 32 hours per week).Hybrid working (25% of your working hours).40% discount on all food & beverage at the Hub Café.Free attendance to events and workshops.The chance to build your network with leading innovators and changemakers.A great learning opportunity to develop your professional and social skills in a challenging yet rewarding environment.The opportunity to take a proactive role in developing the Humanity Hub.Guidance throughout your internship and potentially valuable input for your thesis topic and future career steps.An energetic and purpose-driven organizational culture in a vibrant workspace with a diverse group of colleagues.Would you like to work with us? Apply today!Visit our website for instructions on how to apply: https://www.humanityhub.org/vacancy/climate-justice-internship/Only complete applications will be considered. Applications through Linkedin won't be considered. Applicants will be invited for rolling interviews.For any inquires related to the application process, please reach out to vacancies@humanityhub.net.

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