Job vacancy :  Program and Communication Intern  - IRC International Rescue Committee, Yaounde CAMEROON

Program and Communication Intern
Job Id: req55075
Location: Yaounde, Centre
Country: Cameroon
Category: Grants & Partnerships
Employee Category Intern
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: In-person
Open To Expatriates: No
Currency: CFA Franc BCEAO
Compensation: Monthly

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 50 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
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.

Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.

The deadline for receipt of applications is September 30, 2024.

All applications must be submitted ONLINE at : https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/job/req55075/Program-and-Communication-Intern