Operations & Security Intern

Title: Operations & Security Intern

Organization: Greenpeace MENA

Type of Contract: Internship

Reports To: Operations & Security Manager

Duration: 3 months (renewable once ONLY)

Location: Lebanon (Remotely)

Overview

The Operations & Security Intern will support the day-to-day work of the Operations & Security team by helping keep things organized, on track, and running smoothly. This is a hands-on support role covering tasks like data management, documentation, follow-ups, and routine coordination, working closely with the team to build practical experience in operations and security support.

Key Responsibilities

Operations and events:

• Create and maintain online forms, surveys, and data collection tools.
• Track and follow up on submissions from volunteers and participants, and maintain accurate records of responses to forms or required information.
• Update spreadsheets and databases
• Support volunteer administration and onboarding processes.
• Assist with planning and coordinating events, training, and meetings (including participant registration, attendance tracking, meeting notes, agendas, and post-event follow-up).

Security:

• Support the formatting, proofreading, organization, and updating of security policies, guidelines, and SOPs under the guidance of the Operations & Security Manager.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage assigned tasks and deadlines
• Attention to detail and accuracy when handling information and documents
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English (Arabic is an asset).
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Drive) or Microsoft Office.
• Comfortable working with spreadsheets, online forms, and digital collaboration tools.
• Able to manage routine tasks, follow up on assigned actions, and keep information organized.
• Reliable, willing to learn, and comfortable working remotely as part of a team.
• Interest in nonprofit operations, administration, or project coordination is an advantage.

What you will gain

• Hands-on experience in operations and administrative coordination within an international nonprofit organization.
• Exposure to volunteer management systems and operational workflows.
• Experience with digital collaboration and project management tools.
• Mentorship and guidance from the Operations & Security team.
• Opportunity to develop professional organizational and coordination skills.
• Exposure to basic security-related procedures, documentation, and organizational safety practices.

Terms and Conditions

The GP MENA internship program offers interns a better understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives and insight into how an international organization operates in a multicultural environment and allows them to enhance their educational experience through practical work assignments, thereby developing skills which will be useful for their career and future employment.

Our internships are meant for students or recent graduates who have completed their studies less than 2 years ago.

Commitment

Commitment to Greenpeace’s core values in response to environmental and peace issues through non-violent, direct action-led campaigning in line with its mission.

Disclaimer

Greenpeace MENA is committed to achieving diversity within its workforce and encourages applicants irrespective of gender, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, culture, religion, and ethnic background to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

How to apply

Please apply on this link no later than September 17, 2026

Due to the large volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to individual queries. All shortlisted candidates will be contacted within a period of 2 weeks after the expiry date of the posting.

Salary: $200

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