Sightsavers is looking for a Global Security Intern to support our Global Security team with research and administration tasks and to gain experience and practical skills within the global security industry.

Salary: £21,840 per annum (real living wage)

Location: UK remote - with occasional travel to Haywards Heath, when required although this is negotiable

Contract: 3 Month Fixed Term Contract

Hours: Part-time, Flexible. 2.5 days a week with flexibility around days/hours worked

About the role

We are looking for a Global Security Intern to help support the Global Security Team with research and administration tasks as well as project work that will develop your skill set and experience within international security and risk management and contribute to making the world more inclusive. This is an exciting opportunity and a practical, hands-on first step within global security, ideal for someone with who demonstrates excellent research, written and presentation skills.

• Maintaining and updating Sightsavers online security training modules
• Researching and writing country security context analyses for upcoming projects
• Maintaining and updating country security plans for Sightsavers operating countries
• Providing written analysis of current security issues for the management security report
• Drafting template documents when required by the security team
• Support the global security team when engaging with the Security Focal Point network

This is a varied role, please read the full job description for further details. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

• Relevant work experience in international security (e.g., global travel management, international logistics, Government services, military) OR a degree (or equivalent) in a related field (e.g., intelligence, security, risk management, conflict studies, international relations).
• Proven ability to research and analyse information accurately, producing high-quality written work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience with administrative and general office duties.
• Flexible and adaptable mindset, with a demonstrable interest in the INGO field and/or international security industry.

About you

As a dedicated and detail-oriented individual, you will support Sightsavers' global security team with a variety of research and administrative tasks. Your role will involve conducting thorough research, writing and analysing security incidents, data, and reports, as well as maintaining and updating security documentation. You will also handle general administrative duties as required by the security team.

Benefits

Sightsavers offers some fantastic benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes generous annual leave allowance, pension, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships and wellness discounts. If you choose to work in or are visiting our collaborative, modern office space, you will find it an easy 20-minute train journey from Brighton or 45 minutes from London.

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To apply for this exciting opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying.

As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.

In line with its commitment to safe programming and recruitment, Sightsavers participates in the inter-agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS) administered by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. Through collaboration with other MDS members, Sightsavers aims to ensure that there are no sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment issues relating to potential new hires and that we can respond systematically to checks from fellow MDS members. This ensures our work is accountable, delivered to a high standard and supports safeguarding across the development and humanitarian fields.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Our Job

This position is expected to work no more than 30 hours per week and is not eligible for benefits.

Denver International Airport (DEN) is the third-busiest airport in the United States and one of the top ten busiest airports in the world, connecting our community globally through flight and business. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $33 billion for the region annually and employing nearly 30,000 people. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and uplift all races, ethnicities, gender identities, national origins, ages, abilities, religion, and LGBTQIA+ communities. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, and we strive to keep diversity, equity and inclusion at the center of all that we do.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive pay rate commensurate with education. Denver International Airport emerging talent positions are required to attend all sessions of professional development within the cohort model. You will be onboarded with a cohort of peers to begin to help you develop your network across the aviation industry.

The Denver International Airport (DEN) Intern program is an integral part of the culture at DEN

and provides students the opportunity to work alongside DEN professionals, while being able to explore career opportunities within the aviation industry. 

Check out the DEN Internship Experience here:  https://youtu.be/FTQ4vYlKX4M

Program Goals:

• Create a career ladder opportunity for interns to gain first-hand work experience relative to DEN’s business environment, mission, vision, and goals with the goal of convert-to-hire

• Expose interns to the variety of career opportunities within the aviation industry

• Empower interns to learn new job skills or improve on an existing skillset in a specific technical area(s)

• Establish a professional mentorship relationship for interns and their mentors

As an intern, you will have the opportunity to experience:

• Oversight of multiple projects

• Assist in processing violation notices for the Violation Notice Program 

• Leading, educating and training Airport ID badge holders on security programs/initiatives

• Assist in the collection of data to help security management rate contract compliance

• Preparing the Security video script for the video and training, coordinating the locations for the video shoot, and testing the video on the Interactive Employee Training and Learning Suite (IET-LS)

• Reviewing reports, data entry, and other Rap Back subscription management tools to ensure compliance with the new federal regulations. 

• Updates to the Badging Office website forms and information; updates to the Badging Office Brochures; and, QLess digital management queue updates and key performance metrics. 

About You

We are looking for candidates with some or all the following experience:

• A current student seeking a bachelor's in Airport Operations, Aviation Management, and/or related field
• An interest in Airport Security operations and regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Technical computer skills
• Good technical reading abilities
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a team environment

We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:

• Education Requirement:  Current enrollment in an accredited college program leading to a certificate, licensure, associates, bachelor’s, or higher degree in, or a recent graduate (completed specified program within 1 year of completion). 
• Experience: None 
• Education and Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted. 

Mandatory documentation required to be considered for this position:

• 1-2 page Resume (with most current information)
• Transcripts – either official or unofficial; dated within your current academic term. This is only used to verify amounts of credits; grades will not influence decision.

Location

The City and County of Denver supports a hybrid workplace model with a required min 3 days in office. Employees work where needed to support business, at the Denver International Airport. We do not offer housing or relocation assistance for this position.

Internship Duration and Hours:

This is a 12 month or year long internship with a completion date of June 3, 2025.

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open until March 11, 2024. Please submit your application as soon as possible for best consideration.

FBI Background Check

FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment. By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

TA3181 Professional Administration Intern

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Position Type

Oncall

Position Salary Range

$19.28 - $21.79

Starting Pay

$19.28 – $21.79 based on education level

About Everything Else

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Agency

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. 

Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

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