Overall purpose of the role:
The Project Communications Intern will support the
communication aspects of peacebuilding projects aimed at promoting peace,
social cohesion, and conflict resolution in the Karamoja region. Alongside
gains in terms of experience, the intern will assist in documenting project
activities, creating content for various communication platforms, and
supporting stakeholder engagement. The intern will also work in collaboration
with the project teams and partners in amplify the impact of the project by
ensuring consistent messaging, visibility of achievements, and effective
dissemination of information that maintains visibility of the project.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Support
Internal and External Communication
- Enhance
Visibility of the Project
- Develop
Communication Materials
- Strengthen
Stakeholder Engagement
- Monitor
and Evaluate Communication Efforts
- Build
the Intern’s Professional Skills
Experience and technical competencies:
- A
background in communications and advocacy with skills of story writing and
photography.
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity
with conflict-sensitive approaches and community-based peacebuilding.
- A
background in peace and conflict studies, international relations,
development studies, or a related field.
- Experience
(academic or practical) in program support, advocacy, or community
engagement is an asset.
- Ability
to work independently, manage time effectively, and collaborate in a
multicultural team environment.
Education
- A
minimum of Diploma certificate
- Undergraduate
Certificate and Relevant professional certificates will be an added
advantage.
- Language:
- Good
spoken and written English and Swahili
- Able
to communicate freely and verbally and to write clearly and correctly.
Key stakeholders:
- Colleagues
(fellow employees)
- County
Government and National Government Authorities/Officials
- Local
authorities
- Partners
(Kenya- Uganda)
- Community
stakeholders, elders and Groups
- Visitors
and clients
About you:
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:- Striving
for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an
efficient process.
- Collaborating:
You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
- Taking
the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for
innovation.
- Communicating:
You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
- Demonstrating
integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.
Conditions
- Contract:
One-year contract with possibility of extension, subject to funding and
performance. Salary and other conditions are offered in accordance with
DRC’s Terms of Employment.
- Availability:
August 2025
- Duty
station: DRC Lodwar Office