Chanel Programme Assistant Intern

London • UK

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Chanel is a prestigious luxury fashion brand renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs. As part of its commitment to social responsibility, Chanel operates the Fondation CHANEL, which focuses on enhancing the economic and social conditions of women and adolescent girls worldwide. The foundation supports over 200 initiatives across 50 countries, addressing critical issues such as poverty, social exclusion, and climate adaptation through a gender-focused lens. Chanel offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment, fostering professional growth and development.

1. Support administrative processes across the full grant-making life cycle, including maintaining accurate grant records and ensuring timely updates.
2. Coordinate the grant decision process by organizing necessary documents for internal meetings.
3. Assist with monitoring and tracking grant agreements, contracts, and payment schedules in collaboration with the Regional Finance Business Partner.
4. Act as a day-to-day grant liaison, ensuring timely and respectful communication with partner organizations.
5. Provide coordination and practical support for smooth programme delivery, including arranging logistics for partner meetings and tracking actions from key meetings.
6. Support internal and external communications, including drafting updates and maintaining shared trackers.
7. Use digital tools to support mapping, organizing, and visualizing partners, initiatives, and key information.
8. Contribute to continuous improvement of filing, templates, trackers, and process documentation.

1. Degree in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, International Relations, or a related field.
2. 1 to 3 years of experience in the non-profit or philanthropy sector in an administrative or programme support role.
3. Knowledge of working across French-speaking or Portuguese-speaking countries is beneficial.
4. French or Portuguese language skills are advantageous.

1. Highly organized, methodical, and reliable with strong attention to detail.
2. Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines.
3. Proficient in IT skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
4. Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
5. Discretion and good judgment when handling confidential information.
6. Comfortable working across cultures, time zones, and teams.

1 to 3 years of experience in the non-profit or philanthropy sector in an administrative, coordination, grant-making, or programme support role.

Degree in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, International Relations, or a related field.

Opportunity to gain exposure to philanthropy and gender equality work across multiple regions, contribute to a growing organization, and build skills in organization, project management, stakeholder engagement, and communications.

Chanel fosters a culture of curiosity, initiative, and collaboration, emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion. The organization values respectful communication, resourcefulness, and a commitment to continuous improvement.