About Concordis International Concordis International is a UK-based peacebuilding charity working alongside individuals and communities involved in, or affected by, armed conflict. The organisation supports locally driven solutions that address the root causes of conflict and contribute to lasting peace and economic development. Concordis operates across Central African Republic, Cameroon, Chad, Abyei, Sudan, and South Sudan, working with a wide range of stakeholders to build inclusive and sustainable peace. Vision, Mission, and Values Vision For every community affected by armed conflict to have the resources needed to manage conflict peacefully. Mission Concordis seeks to: Build trusting relationships with people involved in or affected by armed conflict Facilitate challenging and constructive dialogue between opposing groups Enable locally owned, workable solutions that address root causes of conflict Promote inclusive engagement involving: Women and men Armed and non-armed actors Governments and civil society Leave a legacy of sustainable mechanisms for peaceful conflict management Values Concordis’ peacebuilding approach is grounded in transformational justice and guided by the following values: Humility – recognising multiple pathways to peace and the importance of shared solutions Impartiality – maintaining a consciously non-partisan stance Inclusivity – actively amplifying voices across gender, age, ethnicity, and social position Across its work, governance, and partnerships, Concordis: Acts with honesty, integrity, transparency, and accountability Prioritises the welfare of staff, partners, and beneficiaries Values diversity and recognises the gendered dynamics of conflict Works professionally and respectfully, with a strong focus on relationships Remains reflective, responsive, and adaptive in complex environments The Role Concordis International is seeking two Programme Interns to support a large-scale research consultation under the Sudan, Abyei, and South Sudan (SASS) programme. This role provides meaningful, hands-on experience supporting peacebuilding research linked to conflict-affected contexts. The consultation engages approximately 6,000 participants and combines: Key informant interviews Individual questionnaires Focus group discussions The resulting quantitative and qualitative data will inform peacebuilding strategies and policy engagement. Programme Interns will work closely with the SASS Research Manager and collaborate remotely with both UK-based and regional teams. Key Responsibilities Programme Interns will support research and data management activities, including: Organising, maintaining, and securely storing research materials submitted by field teams Quality-checking interview transcripts, reports, and datasets Supporting the management of large-scale quantitative and qualitative datasets Receiving training in qualitative data coding and applying coding frameworks Coding, sorting, and maintaining datasets in line with project requirements Participating in programme and team update meetings to gain insight into peacebuilding operations Contributing to organisational learning through active engagement with programme staff Joining the Security Monitoring rota, tracking movements of in-field staff This may involve occasional essential weekend work These internships are designed to provide practical research experience within the international development and peacebuilding sector. Candidate Profile Concordis welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate: A strong interest in peacebuilding theory and practice Curiosity about conflict analysis, dialogue processes, and research-based programming A relevant master’s degree (completed or in progress) in: International Relations Development Studies Conflict Analysis Or a related discipline Professional-level proficiency in: English and/or Arabic Foundational research and data literacy skills Interest in learning or developing skills in: Qualitative data analysis Coding methodologies Research software and tools Technical Skills (Desirable) Applicants are encouraged to highlight experience with: Microsoft Excel PowerBI QGIS or other mapping software Kobo Collect Atlas.ti or similar qualitative analysis tools Position Details Role: Programme Intern Location: Remote / Working from home Duration: Six months Time Commitment: Minimum three days per week Flexible working hours Accommodation of different time zones possible Remuneration: Volunteer position No salary or stipend Reimbursement of reasonable expenses £5 daily lunch allowance Training: Structured learning and mentoring Training delivered by senior staff members Reporting Line: Research Manager, SASS Project Key Dates Closing Date: 18 December 2025 Start Date: Early January 2025 Application Process Applicants should submit: A covering letter A CV of no more than two pages Applications should be sent to hr@concordis.international. CVs exceeding two pages will not be considered. The covering letter should clearly address: Motivation for working with Concordis International Proficiency in English and Arabic IT and software experience Data analysis experience Career aspirations Availability to start Ability to balance the internship with other commitments VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram , WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and Telegram Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities GSO) is not the hiring organization. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.