Opposition and Narratives Intern

Intern / Student, Full-time · Brussels

1,300 € per month

Application Closing Date

Sunday 5th April 2026

Role Purpose

To provide support for activities of the IPPF EN office aimed at reinforcing strategic responses to counter the anti-rights movement and advance SRHR, includig intelligence gathering, monitoring political trends, and strategic communication.

Deliverables

Countering Opposition and Winning Narratives Support:

Assist the External Relations Team to monitor and analyse anti-rights trends discourse / mobilisation strategies.
Development of a weekly newsletter sharing key insights and intelligence for the membership.
Contribute to technical assistance, coaching and mutual learning with IPPF EN’s regional network-based on needs’ assessment data gathered.
Where relevant,support to the content gathering and drafting of other materials for membership awareness-raising.
Where required, support resilience building and preparedness activities for our Member Association and community network, including partnerships outreach and connection.
Where relevant, support the implementation of winning narratives initiatives.
When needed/relevant, on ad hoc basis, support community engagement activities
Opportunities for learning from the membership via attendance at mutual learning calls, Community of Practice sessions, External Relations Team meetings and beyond.

Overall Project(s) Support:

Support the compiling of project information and reporting.
Contribute, when needed, to the logistical organisation of online and offline events, mutual learning meetings and representation meetings.
Provide administrative support for grant-making and the contracting of different consultancies/service providers. 
To perform other duties as agreed with supervisor.

Essential Skills

Right to work in Belgium.
Fluent in English (written and spoken); fluency in other languages spoken in Europe is desirable.
Commitment to gender equality, non-discrimination, diversity, and youth participation area must.
Computer skills: MSOffice, database, electronic filing systems, MailChimp.
Excellent organisational skills.
Excellent writing skills.
Interest in SRHR,Gender Equality, Human Rights
Experience in mobilizing for social change (as a volunteer or as part of a social movement, grassroots group or NGO); and/or interest and/or (volunteer) experience in advocacy are assets.

Desirable Skills

Keen to take initiative, think proactively and creatively.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment.
Ability to work under pressure, good time management, and punctuality.
Open-minded, diplomatic, empathic and flexible.
Interest in, and/or general understanding of the anti-rights movement targeting SRHR and Gender Equality; Interest in value-based framing and narratives.
An academic background in European or International Relations, Political Sciences, Communications, Gender Equality, SRHR and other aligned fields is an asset.

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About us

IPPF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees, volunteers, contractors and partners to share this commitment. Anyone employed with IPPF agrees to sign and adhere to IPPF’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding (Children and Vulnerable Adults) Policy.

IPPF is a global movement delivering sexual and reproductive health services and rights. We are a diverse, feminist, and values-driven workplace - multi-national, multi-cultural, multi-racial, multi-lingual, and intergenerational.

We are an equal opportunities employer and appoint on merit through open competition. We actively encourage applications from people with lived experience and from the communities we serve, especially those from marginalised groups.

WHY JOIN IPPF?

IPPF offers meaningful work, an inspiring environment, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of individuals and communities around the world. Working for IPPF offers a compelling value proposition:
Mission-Driven Organization: IPPF is a globally recognized leader. By joining IPPF, you become part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals and communities, advancing gender equality, and improving access to comprehensive healthcare services.
Bringing Positive Change: IPPF brings positive change to the lives of millions of people worldwide. Reducing maternal mortality, preventing unintended pregnancies, combating gender-based violence, promoting comprehensive sexuality education, and advocating for the realization of sexual and reproductive health, rights and justice for all, and especially marginalized people.
Global Reach and Influence: IPPF works across all continents, providing a unique opportunity to work on a global scale to shape change and implement innovative approaches to combat racism.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: IPPF is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of its work. You will play a crucial role in building an inclusive and equitable organization that respects and values individuals’ backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

YOUR ETHOS

Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding in a local and international context.
Demonstrates ability and willingness to work in a diverse, multicultural, multilingual and intergenerational environment that is anti-racist and respectful of others.
An intersectional (pro) feminist passionate about sexual reproductive health care rights + justice, including safe abortion.
Supportive of people’s rights regardless of sexuality or gender identity/expression and supportive of workers’ rights and access to health care in sex work.

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Thank you for your interest in joining IPPF. Your application helps us understand your motivation, experience, and skills. You may apply in English, Arabic, French, or Spanish. Required languages are listed in the job description.

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All appointments are subject to relevant safeguarding and background checks. We recognise that some applicants may have past convictions linked to activism or identity, and we do not see this as a barrier to employment.

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