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ย The Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programmes and activities. Interns must be between 20 and 36 years old and should have less than two years of relevant working experience.ย
ย In general, the Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who:
ย a) have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programmes and activities; b) are holding a scholarship for internship placements in international organizations and/or for whom internship is required to complete their studies; or c) are sponsored by governmental/non governmental institutions and/or academia to work in specific areas relevant to both IOM and the sponsor. d) are either enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelorโs level or equivalent) or have graduated in the last 12 months. e) are between 20 and 36 years of age.
ย Background Information
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), the United Nations Migration Agency, operates in more than 170 countries and territories, protecting people on the move, driving solutions to displacement, and facilitating safe and regular migration. Founded in 1951, the organisation is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits both migrants and society.ย
IOM is the leading intergovernmental organisation in the field of migration. With 175 member states, extensive operational experience, deep policy expertise, and a global network, IOM is a key responder to humanitarian crises and a major player in international development and peacebuilding.
In the United Kingdom, IOM supports migration management by helping migrants and refugees to better integrate and by assisting receiving communities to recognize and support the positive contributions that migrants make. Our operations, policy and research include refugee resettlement and family reunion, migrant integration, diaspora engagement, immigration advice and support for survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking. The UK hosts one of IOMโs data analysis hubs, partnering with leading UK universities and think tanks to help increase understanding of global migration patterns and inform evidence-based policy and action.
Under the direct supervision of the Communications and Media Coordinator, the successful candidate will assist in the implementation of IOM UK communication activities, by providing digital communications support, including graphic design, photography, videography and editing.
ย Supervision
Media and Communications Coordinator
Learning Objectives
- Support the development, management and updating of content on IOM UKโs website and social media accounts.
- Supporting the organisation and communication coverage of IOM UK events
- Conduct video interviews with IOM UK project staff and project beneficiaries and draft blogposts and social media plan to disseminate the content.
- Support the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of digital content.
- Monitor media coverage of migration in the UK as well as of major global developments affecting migration and displacement.
- Coordinate with vendors on the production of communication products as needed.
- Undertake duty travel when necessary.
- Perform other duties as required. Training Components and Learning Elements
โข Excellent oral and written communication skills.
โข Experience in digital content creation, specifically graphic design, photography, videography, and editing for social media.
โข Skilled in the use of Adobe Creative Cloud, in particular Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and/or PremierePro
Educationโข Be enrolled in the final academic year of a university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent); or
โข Be enrolled in a graduate degree programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or
โข Have graduated with a university or graduate degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within one-year of graduation; or
ย Experienceโข Well-versed on humanitarian and development issues.
โข Well-versed on the work and mandate of the United Nations.
โข Experience in community engagement, outreach, advocacy or awareness raising initiatives.
โข Experience in liaising with government, civil society and media partners is an advantage.
โข Good grasp of migration issues in the UK is an advantage.
ย Skillsโข Excellent oral and written communication skills.
โข Experience in digital content creation, specifically graphic design, photography, videography, and editing for social media.
โข Skilled in the use of Adobe Creative Cloud, in particular Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and/or PremierePro
ย LanguagesFluency in English (oral and written)
IOMโs official languages are English, French and Spanish.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. ย ย Required Competencies ย IOMโs competency framework can be found atย this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. ย Valuesย - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values: - Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.