Intern - Communications

About DRC   
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental and non-profit organization, founded in 1956, that works in more than 35 countries around the world. DRC is one of the largest protection actors in Kenya, actively coordinating and advocating for improving the protective environment for refugees and host communities.  DRC implements Protection monitoring, Child Protection and GBV prevention and response programmes in its areas of operation to address protection issues faced by displaced and non-displaced at-risk groups and individuals. The programme also aims to identify and build synergies with DRC´s Economic Recovery sector to facilitate durable solutions and Humanitarian Disarmament & Peace Building activities to enhance to respond to the needs of communities affected by acute crisis as well as those in protracted displacement situations.

Overall purpose of the role:  

The Project Communications Intern will support the communication aspects of peacebuilding projects aimed at promoting peace, social cohesion, and conflict resolution in the Karamoja region. Alongside gains in terms of experience, the intern will assist in documenting project activities, creating content for various communication platforms, and supporting stakeholder engagement. The intern will also work in collaboration with the project teams and partners in amplify the impact of the project by ensuring consistent messaging, visibility of achievements, and effective dissemination of information that maintains visibility of the project.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support Internal and External Communication
• Enhance Visibility of the Project
• Develop Communication Materials
• Strengthen Stakeholder Engagement
• Monitor and Evaluate Communication Efforts
• Build the Intern’s Professional Skills

Experience and technical competencies:  

• A background in communications and advocacy with skills of story writing and photography.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with conflict-sensitive approaches and community-based peacebuilding.
• A background in peace and conflict studies, international relations, development studies, or a related field.
• Experience (academic or practical) in program support, advocacy, or community engagement is an asset.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and collaborate in a multicultural team environment.

Education

• A minimum of Diploma certificate
• Undergraduate Certificate and Relevant professional certificates will be an added advantage.  
• Language: 
• Good spoken and written English and Swahili  
• Able to communicate freely and verbally and to write clearly and correctly.

Key stakeholders: 

• Colleagues (fellow employees)
• County Government and National Government Authorities/Officials
• Local authorities
• Partners (Kenya- Uganda)
• Community stakeholders, elders and Groups
• Visitors and clients

About you:  
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s 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 act in line with our vision and values.   

Conditions  

• Contract: One-year contract with possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and other conditions are offered in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment. 
• Availability: August 2025
• Duty station: DRC Lodwar Office

Application and CV:  
Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered.  
DRC only accepts applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies. Please remember to upload both a letter of application and your CV and do not attach any written recommendations.  
Please submit your application and CV in English no later than 23rd July, 2025

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels.  In light of this, Female candidates and those from minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal opportunity employer.  We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, color, race, marital status or other protected characteristics.  
DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process. Visit drc.ngo to read more about what we do to secure robust safeguarding mechanisms. 
If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport.