The Protect.ngo

Protect.ngo is a Switzerland- and Netherlands-based foundation dedicated to protecting those who protect others. Our mission is to expose and defend: we expose the human impact of cyberattacks and information manipulation targeting civil society organizations, and we defend them through cybersecurity support, technology, and a global network of talents. By combining direct assistance with evidence-based advocacy, we strengthen digital resilience and advance accountability for civil society worldwide.

Your Mission

What We Offer

Your Learning & Development Opportunities

• A unique position where cybersecurity meets humanitarian action

• Room to grow and develop within a supportive, trust-based environment

• The opportunity to work alongside a global team of experts with worldwide reach

• Meaningful work that contributes to a safer digital world for vulnerable communities

• Competitive salary and employment conditions

Your Responsibilities

Your Objectives & Contributions

Your main tasks will include the following: 

• Support the Operations Team with growing our impact in the Netherlands and in Europe by supporting in existing programs and assisting in finding new opportunities

• Contribute to project administration and documentation

• Help organize meetings, events, and stakeholder engagements

• Provide general office support and assist with ad-hoc operational needs

• Collaborate with colleagues across different teams and time zones

Your Experience, Skills & Attribute

• An enrolled student/recent graduate (HBO, Bachelor's or Master's level) in a relevant field

• Possess foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and principles

• Has a basic understanding of how the Dutch market works

• Fluent in both Dutch and English, written and spoken

• An outgoing personality with strong interpersonal skills

• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

• Curious, eager to learn, and ready to take initiative

When Applying

Please provide the following:

• A CV in a pdf format.

• A cover letter (one page max) describing your motivation, in a pdf format.

Additional Information

• Requirement: tripartite internship convention/agreement preferred but applicants who finalized their educational program will also be considered

• Start date: as soon as possible

• Duration: 6-12 months (flexible, renewable upon review)

• Working rate: ideally full-time (32 hours per week)

• Location: The Hague, Netherlands

We look forward to receiving your application and we 

thank you for your interest in Protect.ngo.

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