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The World Organisation Against Torture Office in Geneva is seeking to recruit a highly motivated, dynamic intern with a strong commitment to human rights and social justice causes to be part of a small yet dynamic communications team and to support the implementation of the OMCT communication strategic objectives.

ABOUT THE OMCT
The OMCT works with around 200 member organisations which constitute its SOS-Torture Network, to end torture, fight impunity and protect human rights defenders worldwide. Together, we make up the largest global group actively standing up to torture in more than 75 countries. Helping local voices be heard, we support our vital partners in the field and provide direct assistance to victims. Our international secretariat is based in Geneva, with offices in Brussels and Tunis.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Communications Intern will work as part of a small dynamic communications team, which is responsible for enhancing OMCT’s visibility and brand identity, increasing audience engagement and reach on digital platforms, coordinating the communications aspect of innovative advocacy campaigns, supporting the achievement of OMCT’s fundraising targets, and advancing OMCT’s profile and reputation with the media, donors, and partners, including within the newly created United Against Torture Consortium. Additionally, the Communications team provides capacity building to SOS-Torture network members.

The Communications Intern will assist with a variety of communications tasks across a range of channels. S/he will report to the Digital Communications and Campaign Officer and to the Director of Communications.

Key responsibilities include providing support to the Communications Team by assisting with the following tasks:
  • Support to Digital Communications and Campaigns
  • Support the management of OMCT digital communication channels, including social media and the website.
  • Provide support for the implementation and evaluation of digital campaigns and initiatives, including on social media, to advance the human rights/anti-torture movement by leveraging the visibility of international days, key dates, events, and report launches.
  • Support the production and dissemination of social media content, including visuals.
  • Support the analysis of web and social media analytics.
  • Support to Content Production
  • Provide support for the production of digital, written, and multimedia materials, including interviews, articles, blogs, videos, podcasts, data visualization features, and email campaign materials.
  • Provide support for the production and dissemination of statements and reports.
  • Support the production and publication of the OMCT Annual Report.
  • Support to Media Relations
  • Support the coordination of interviews with journalists and the organization of media events, as needed.
  • Support the production of messaging materials, including press releases, media advisories, key messages, and talking points.
  • Support to Capacity Building
  • Support the conception and implementation of trainings on communication-related topics for OMCT staff, SOS-Torture Network members, and partners.
  • Support internal communication efforts, including for the implementation and enhancement of the internal newsletter targeting SOS-Torture Network members, to foster reach and engagement.
  • QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED
  • Currently enrolled in studies in full or part-time studies in communications, PR, journalism, marketing, or a related subject
  • Candidates must be available for 40-50% during the term and 100% during term holidays
  • Interest in international relations and human rights
  • Articulate, creative, passionate, dynamic, solutions-oriented, and flexible.
  • Personal and professional integrity
  • Demonstrated willingness to work as part of a team and to provide help, assistance, and support to colleagues.
  • Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and interpersonal skills, ability to interact with people at various professional levels and diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to grasp ideas quickly, propose solutions as well as work on projects autonomously
  • Capacity to work in a fast-paced and intense environment
  • Motivation to learn and resourceful attitude
  • Strong writing and editing skills in English and/or French. Knowledge of Spanish is an advantage.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Digitally savvy, with knowledge of CMS, Canva, video editing, and graphic design tools
WHAT WE OFFER
  • Remuneration: 500 CHF per month
  • Starting date: as soon as possible, depending on intern’s availability
  • Duration of the internship: 6 months
APPLICATIONS

  • Applications comprising a motivation letter, CV and two examples of your writing or communications work should be addressed to OMCT International Secretariat with the subject “Communications intern”, by email to [email protected].
  • Starting date: as soon as possible
  • Deadline for the applications: applications must be received by 21 June 2024

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