Finance and Business Development Intern

Job Title: Finance and Business Development Intern (1 Position)

Location: I-10/4, Islamabad

Duration: 3-6 months

Compensation: Unpaid Internship (with the potential for a full-time position based on performance)

Type: Full Time

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and a candidate may be selected before the deadline.

Organization Overview

Friends Foundation was established in 2001 in response to devastating urban flash floods in Rawalpindi, where the CEO, a flood victim himself, witnessed immense suffering. This humanitarian commitment led to the creation of free medical camps, which later developed into three self-sustaining primary healthcare centers serving urban slum communities. Recognizing the need to look beyond immediate relief, the organization expanded its work to address systemic challenges in public health, environmental sustainability, climate resilience, poverty alleviation, and democratic governance. Since its inception, Friends Foundation has been registered under the Societies Registration Act 1860 and with the Punjab Charity Commission as a Category 'A' charity.

Over two decades, Friends Foundation has expanded its development efforts to support underprivileged and marginalized communities across various provinces and districts of Pakistan. Its interventions cover multiple thematic areas, including health, education, WASH, Women Empowerment, Climate Resilience, Governanceand humanitarian response. The foundation's approach centers on engaging and organizing communities to leverage local resources and implement impactful development initiatives for sustainable change. It has provided crucial support during crises like the Internally Displaced Persons crisis and various disease outbreaks. The organization continues to strengthen communities through initiatives focused on capacity building, women's empowerment, gender mainstreaming, and behavior change, with its impact growing exponentially through partnerships with public and private entities.

Role Summary

The Finance and Business Development Intern will support the finance and project teams with daily operations, gaining hands-on experience in financial management, administrative tasks, and business development initiatives. This role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to apply their academic knowledge in a practical setting and contribute to meaningful projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Finance & Administration Support

• Assist in maintaining accurate financial records, including tracking daily expenditures and ensuring proper documentation.
• Support the timely payment of utility bills and other operational expenses.
• Help manage office supplies and organize filing systems.
• Assist with logistics for meetings, workshops, and team travel.

2. Business Development Support

• Conduct research on potential funding opportunities, new partnerships, and market trends.
• Assist in drafting proposals and presentations for new projects and initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of financial principles and administrative procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word).
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Performance Evaluation & Job Opportunity

Performance will be evaluated based on the intern's contribution to projects, quality of work, attitude, and overall growth. At the conclusion of the internship, a formal review will be conducted. While a full-time position is a possibility for a high-performing intern, the organization is under no obligation to offer employment and retains the sole right to make this decision.

Job Types: Full-time, Internship

Contract length: 3-6 months

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 31/08/2025