C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group
Operations and Administrative Fellow - UCAP CAI Latin America
About the Organization
C40 is a network of nearly 100 mayors of the world’s leading cities working to deliver the urgent action needed right now to confront the climate crisis and create a future where everyone, everywhere, can thrive. Mayors of C40 cities are committed to using a science-based and people-focused approach to help the world limit global heating to 1.5°C and build healthy, equitable and resilient communities. We work alongside a broad coalition of representatives from labour, business, the youth climate movement and civil society to support mayors to halve emissions by 2030 and help phase out fossil use while increasing urban climate resilience and equity. Join us in our mission to create a future where everyone can thrive while confronting the urgent challenges of climate change. Apply now to become a part of our dynamic team and contribute to building healthy, equitable, and resilient cities worldwide.
Fellowship Description:
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Operations & Administrative Intern to support our team’s daily workflows. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring organizational efficiency by supporting meeting logistics, assisting with contract administration, following reporting and supporting travel arrangements. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in international project management and organizational operations.
Key responsibilities include:
-Meeting Coordination: Scheduling and organizing internal and external meetings across different time zones.
-Contract Management: Assisting in the coordination of contracts and consultant agreements.
-Administrative Support: Providing general support for travel bookings, logistics, and expense reporting.
-Reporting: Helping with the collection of data for activity reports and project tracking.
-Presentations: Assisting in the creation and formatting of professional slide decks and documents.
Qualifications:
-Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Public Policy, or a related field.
-Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
-Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint) and Google Workspace.
-High attention to detail, particularly in handling contracts and data reports.
-Ability to work independently in a remote or hybrid environment.
-Previous experience in administrative roles or event planning is a plus.
Time Commitment: 20 hours / week