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Student Assistant - Office of the Secretary General

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Do you want to experience what it is like to work in a global organization and Denmark’s largest humanitarian NGO operating in close to 30 countries around the world? And do you want to work closely with the Secretary General and her team? Then you should apply for the position as student assistant in the

Office of the Secretary General which becomes vacant in June 2026.

 

Who are we?

The Office of the Secretary General is a small team, supporting the Secretary General and overall governance of DRC. This includes day-to-day support to the Secretary General’s meetings and missions abroad, facilitating meetings of the Executive Management Team, the Board of Directors, and the Council of DRC, as well as coordinating closely with departments and regions across DRC on strategic projects and priorities.

 

About the job

The student assistant will be involved in a wide range of tasks, including but not limited to:

  • Support the planning of and follow up to meetings and missions involving the Secretary General
  • Handle document legalization, including notarization, apostilles, and coordination with embassies and translation services
  • Support the planning and execution of Executive Management Team meetings, including agenda coordination, minutes-taking, and follow-up on decisions and action points
  • Support with internal and external communication
  • Logistical support for meetings and events such as receptions, and internal seminars.
  • Support with other ad hoc and administrative tasks as needed.  

 

About you

Your field of study is not important, but it will most likely be within social sciences, political sciences, law, communication, and/or international affairs.

To apply for the student assistant position, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Be enrolled in a university program during the period of your employment in DRC
  • Confirm that you have the required permits to work and live in Denmark.
  • Have full professional proficiency in Danish and English; basic knowledge of French or Spanish is desirable.
  • Have the ability to navigate a challenging environment and handle complex tasks and sensitive information.

 

Moreover, we also expect that you:

  • Have an eye for detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrate an interest in international affairs and humanitarian assistance.
  • Show strong organizational skills with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks at the same time.
  • Be a team player with excellent interpersonal and intercultural skills.
  • It will be an advantage if you have experience with Microsoft Office365 and SharePoint.

 

All employees should master DRC’s core competencies: Taking the lead, Collaborating, Strive for excellence, Demonstrating integrity, and Communicating.

 

We offer

As a student assistant in the Secretary General’s office, we offer you the opportunity to:

  • Gain experience working in a global humanitarian organization (and Denmark’s largest) with a variety of exciting tasks
  • Work closely with senior leadership and the whole organization, including DRC Country Offices around the world, as well as partners to DRC
  • Work independently and with a lot of responsibility, while being an integrated team member of a small dynamic team supporting the DRC senior management team
  • Strengthen your writing and communication skills and gain experience with financial management

 

Contract length: Permanent subject to being enrolled in a study program.

Working hours: 15 hours per week. The working hours should preferably be split between 2-3 working days per week and within normal office hours from 8.00 to 17.00.

Workplace: The Danish Refugee Council’s headquarters in Copenhagen at Lyngbyvej 100, 2100 Copenhagen Ø, just by Ryparken station

Start date: Early June 2026.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the agreement between DRC and HK. This is a national position for which local terms and conditions apply.

 

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter, an updated CV in English, transcripts as well as letter of enrolment to the academic institution.

Closing date for applications: 9 April 2026. We expect to conduct interviews in the second half of April.

 

Further information

For questions regarding the vacancy please contact Special Advisor to the Secretary General, Signe Rasmussen: [email protected] or +45 23289342

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo/.

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DRC as an employer

Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 30 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.

By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of over 6,000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:

  • Professionalism, impact & expertise
  • Humanitarian approach & the work we do
  • Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
  • Culture, values & strong leadership
  • Fair compensation & continuous development

DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.