Communications Intern

About the internship 

The intern will support the Advocacy Coordinator and will assist DRC Field Communication focal points output supporting DRC field offices in Beirut, Bekaa and in the North.  

The tasks will include, but are not limited to: 

• Responsible in archiving the pictures in DRC SharePoint and make sure they are ready to be used for IEC Material (Information, education and Communication) 
• Support in liaising with Graphic designer companies to follow up in of outreach materials for DRC internal and external outreach activities.
• Support in the fulfillment and follow up of communication plan deliverables, more specifically, with human-interest stories, success stories, social media posts.
• Support in events and field visits planning and organization.
• Support in the creation of Program factsheet

About you 

To be successful in this role we expect the following: 

• Commit to the values and code of conduct of the Danish Refugee Council
• Be able to work independently and proactively and handle challenges in a constructive and positive way.
• Be open-minded and flexible towards the different tasks assigned to you.
• Have a vocational and academic educational background and/or relevant experience in communications, journalism, graphic design and/or social media.
• Demonstrated interest and good knowledge in communications, translation, research, writing, photography, and basic design tasks.
• Have a good understanding of the institutional structure of Lebanon.
• Be fluent in spoken and written in English and Arabic.
• Able to work in a multi-cultural setting with colleagues and participants from different backgrounds.
• Can navigate in a challenging environment and handle a wide range of complex tasks.
• Creative, motivated, and with a flexible attitude and ability to work independently and collaboratively across a diverse team.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ 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 uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
• It is a requirement that you are enrolled in a university or have completed relevant academic programs or courses related to the field of the internship within the last year to be considered for the internship.

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