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Position: Project Assistant Intern

Company: Edelman (Edelman Global Advisory unit)

Start Date: 18 Nov 2024

Intership Duration: 02 months

Overview: Our Ho Chi Minh City-based Edelman Global Advisory (EGA) team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Intern to assist in the delivery of multiple projects involving local authorities and government agencies. The intern will work closely with the Head of EGA in Vietnam and in collaboration with our Singapore-based hub. We offer a flexible working arrangement with a blend of working in office and working remotely.

Responsibilities:

Policy Analysis Support: (50%)

Desktop research and review of local regulations in various sectors as required by the project directors.

Conduct media screening of the latest regulatory developments as needed.

Speak with relevant industry stakeholders to provide insights into practical policy advisory.

Comms Support: (30%)

Draft letters and emails in both English and Vietnamese to external stakeholders.

Translate project proposals and documents between English and Vietnamese.

Develop/design proposals as required.

Project Management: (10%)

Prepare project budgets and monitor project costs.

Manage all expenses and financial arrangements for projects.

Work with vendors to deliver services.

Adminstration: (10%)

Set up calls/meetings as requested.

Take minutes of meetings.

Support Head of EGA Vietnam in managing the diary and other admin tasks.

Requirements:

Fresh graduate from a relevant degree program (e.g., Business, International Relations, Public Policy, Economics, Communications, Marketing).

Familiar with the Vietnamese political environment and government agencies, as well as an understanding of the local regulatory structure.

Strong analytical and research skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with fluency in English and Vietnamese.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Proficient in data analysis tools and Microsoft Office suite, especially Word/PowerPoint, and Excel.

Having your own laptop and being master in using One Drive tools.

Capable of working effectively under pressure with minimal supervision and guidance.

Duration: This is a 2-month internship position, with the possibility of extension or converting to a more senior role based on performance and project needs.

About Edelman Global Advisory (EGA): EGA is a boutique international advisory firm within the Edelman network, specializing in government affairs and business advisory services. We offer a blend of business strategy, government affairs, reputation management, media engagement, corporate social responsibility, sustainability, and political risk analysis to help clients navigate the evolving political and economic landscape. Our mission is to build trust in today’s changing geopolitical environment. Join us and gain valuable experience while contributing to impactful projects in a dynamic international advisory firm. For more information about EGA, please visit: www.edelmanglobaladvisory.com

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