Main purpose of job:

The British Embassy Quito’s Economic and Environment Section is recruiting an intern to contribute to the UK’s goals supporting Ecuador’s environmental ambitions. The team supports policy design and implements programmes aligned to the UK´s priorities around economic growth and the environment.

The intern will support in the delivery of several UK Government programmes in Ecuador focused on biodiversity conservation, climate change, oceans protection, forests, and green finance, as well as helping with economic reporting.

Through this opportunity, the Embassy will provide valuable work experience for an Ecuadorean undergraduate student. This role will be of particular benefit to those students focused on the environment, ecology, biology, international relations, sustainable development, economics and finance, and other related fields.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Supporting the team by conducting research and analysis of topics relevant to the UK’s environmental programming in Ecuador.
• Supporting the team by conducting research and analysis of Ecuador’s economic development, as well as key indicators and regulatory instruments.
• Producing one-pagers and reports for programmes and projects implemented by the team.
• Supporting due-diligence processes for institutions working in partnership with the Embassy.
• Supporting the team in stakeholder engagement processes: engagement, high level visits, and programme implementation.
• Assisting in organising events: developing databases, drawing up an agenda, producing communication materials, confirming invitations, etc.
• Acting as liaison between the Environment and Economic Team and the embassy Communications Officer, assisting in broadcasting key information via social media channels.
• Supporting in the designing of relevant bids, for the implementation of the team’s priorities.
• Producing recommendations for the strategic development of the team and its programmes.
• Working as a flexible member of the Embassy team to support wider Embassy objectives as needed.

• Be a currently enrolled undergraduate student studying a relevant subject. The successful candidate must be enrolled in an undergraduate programme at the time of applying and signing the offer.
• Interest in the environment and economic development of Ecuador, as well as the UK Government’s work in Ecuador.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities.
• Good time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to manage internal and external stakeholders.
• Be organised and detail oriented.
• Excellent written and spoken communication and interpersonal skills in English and Spanish.
• Legal status to live and work in Ecuador in your own right, from time of application.