Program and Communication Intern

About
the International Rescue Committee (IRC):

International
Rescue Committee (IRC) is an apolitical, nonprofit, and non-religious humanitarian
organization that provides assistance to refugees around the world. IRC
implements programs to promote durable solutions for displaced persons,
refugees and host communities through public health, sanitation, shelter,
rehabilitation, and education projects. IRC has been serving refugees since
1933 and is present in 40 countries in Europe, Africa, and Asia, as well as
through a resettlement support program in the United States. IRC is an
organization committed to freedom, human dignity, and self-reliance. This
commitment translates into well-planned resettlement assistance, emergency
global relief, rehabilitation, and advocacy for refugees.

The IRC
started operations in Cameroon in 2016 to respond to the increasing concerns
for people affected by violence linked to Boko Haram, in the Far North of the
country. Assistance to displaced populations extends across the Far North,
notably Mayo Sava, Mayo Tsanaga and Logone & Chari through two field
offices in Kousseri and Maroua. This includes delivering lifesaving projects to
increase access to water and improving hygiene practices in vulnerable
displaced and host communities, cash programming to enable economically
disadvantaged families to meet basic needs and improve food security. This
includes both education and child protection services to address children’s
learning and safety needs and priorities. IRC also delivers protection
programming to address gender-based violence for women and girls and support to
victim of human right violation.

Following the
increasing crisis in the North-West and South-West regions of Cameroon, the IRC
expanded its operations into the South-West region in August 2018 and into the
North-West in 2019. The IRC is delivering lifesaving humanitarian assistance to
internally displaced populations, with field bases in Buea, Bamenda, Kumba and
Manyu.

IRC Cameroon
country program is now implementing its Strategy 100′ strategic plan, through
which we aim to provide the best possible impact for some of the most
vulnerable boys, girls, women, and men affected by the humanitarian crises. In
all that we do, we strive to deliver through IRC’s core values of Integrity,
Accountability, Service and Equality.

Job
Overview:

The
Program and Communication Intern will support the IRC’s efforts in Implementing
the communication strategy. S/He will meet with Program Staff, understand the
current projects, objectives, and key achievements. S/He will gather insights
on major milestones and success stories. S/He will get a clear vision of the
organization’s strategic goals and messaging priorities and discuss key
messages and themes for each communication product. Be responsive to feedback
from all stakeholders to refine and improve communication products.

Key Responsibilities:

Communication Support:

-Develop
content for IRC’s digital platforms and newsletters.

-Assist
in drafting Factsheets, Newsletters, blog posts, and other communication
materials.
Program Support:

-Help
prepare program documentation, including proposals, progress reports, and
evaluations.
-Assist
in the collection and organization of data for communication products

Administrative Support:

-Assist
with scheduling, meeting coordination, and administrative tasks as needed.
-Support
the team with maintaining organized files and databases (Photobank and file
success stories and publications in meeting).
-Contribute
to team meetings with ideas and feedback.

Minimum Qualifications:

-Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in International Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
-Strong written and verbal communication skills in both French and English(S/He will be asked to submit a writing sample as part of the evaluation) .
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Publisher, PowerPoint) and familiarity with design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
-Experience with social media platforms and digital content creation.
-Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
-Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
-Passion for humanitarian work and commitment to IRC’s mission.

Benefits:

-Gain practical experience in program management and communications within a leading international NGO.
-Opportunity to make a significant impact in supporting humanitarian efforts globally.
-Networking opportunities with professionals in the field.

Applications are received online or in physical form at the IRC Yaoundé office, located in Bastos, Rue Joseph MBALLA ELOUMDEN (1.777) Behind the Hotel le DIPLOMATE, Street intersection1.906.

The deadline for receipt of applications is October 4, 2024.