Advocacy & Communications internship position

Glocal Roots is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering self-determined and autonomous lives for refugees. Our projects aim to encourage independence among refugees and empower them to actively apply their skills and resources within their new societies. Our project “The Hub” addresses the critical gaps in services for people on the move in Kos. Glocal Roots has been operating on the island since 2020. Kos is one of the main entry points for people on the move to the European Union through the Aegean Sea. The number of asylum seekers and refugees in the island reached over 3600 in January 2024. Although the needs are real, there are few organizations on the island, unlike other EU hotspots. In addition, Glocal Roots is the only actor located in the town, outside of the Closed Controlled Access Centre (CCAC), which enables us to support individuals facing homelessness or struggling to integrate in the local society. Through the Hub, we aim to provide assistance to people on the move both inside and outside the CCAC. We intend to meet their basic needs, offer a safe and welcoming space, and support them building a new life in Greece as active participants in their new society. We believe that by providing these services, we can make their time in the CCAC a bit easier and eventually help them become self-reliant once they leave the camp. At the moment, we support around 1500 people monthly. Your role and responsibilities: Participate in the daily running of the Hub, Assist with social media and content creation, Write advocacy articles for the website Contribute to advocacy efforts (conducting interviews, researching, drafting, etc.), Produce content for Glocal Roots quarterly newsletter, Support in project reporting and documentation. Your desired set of skills: Fluency in English is required, Proficiency in another language is an asset (Arabic, Farsi, French, German…), Photography skills, Awareness and interest in migration issues, Sensitivity to working with vulnerable communities, Motivation and passion for working alongside a dynamic and hard-working team, Flexibility and ability to work independently, Ability to commit for a duration of 3 months minimum, Experience in external communication, social media & advocacy and in the non- profit sector is an asset