Handicraft Design Coordinator
The mission of the Kevin Rohan Memorial Eco Foundation (KRMEF) is to foster health and well-being in Nepal's most impoverished communities by encouraging sustainable change through environmentally-friendly programs.
Since 2010, KRMEF has hosted Interns ranging in age, ability, interests, and skill sets from nearly 50 countries. Interns remain a vital component to the overall function of the Foundation's many programs. KRMEF is seeking a long-term intern (5 months or more) to act as Handicraft Design Coordinator. The responsibilities of this internship are as follows:
-Work with our craftswomen to create original jewelry and weaving designs which are Nepali inspired, but can be sold to markets around the world.
-Innovate and implement creative ways to display jewelry at local markets.
-Manage the short-term volunteers interested in helping with these projects.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities:
-Upbeat and positive attitude.
-Dedication to furthering KRMEF's mission.
-Ability to work well with a diverse staff and volunteer base.
-Experience in handicraft design and marketing preferred.
-Knowledge and experience with selling goods to international markets.
-Experience living abroad.
-Proficiency in English (additional language proficiencies are also helpful!).
*Please note that this internship is unpaid.
*Applications accepted on a rolling basis.