National Intern: Communications (Media Relations) Accra Ghana (26 weeks)

UN Children's Fund - UNICEF

Internship Closes 23 Jun 2026 8 days left

Overview

The purpose of the internship is to support the implementation of media-focused communication activities. The intern will gain practical experience in media engagement, content creation, and advocacy communications while contributing to enhancing the organization’s public visibility.


Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in maintaining and updating media contact lists and databases.
  • Support outreach to journalists, bloggers, and media outlets.
  • Assist in organizing press briefings, interviews, and media events.
  • Help respond to media inquiries under supervision.
  • Assist in drafting and editing press releases, media advisories, social media content, and event summaries.
  • Support content packaging for media dissemination.
  • Track daily media coverage and compile media clippings.
  • Assist in preparing media monitoring reports.
  • Assist in organizing communication files and documentation.
  • Provide logistical support during communication activities and events.
  • Support coordination with internal teams and external partners.
Qualifications
  • Proof of enrolment in an undergraduate or advanced degree programme in a reference letter from school confirming student requires internship or Up-to-date university transcript or Statement of result/certificate evidencing completion of a degree within the last two years (if applicable).
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
  • Academic background in communication, journalism and related disciplines.
Other Details
Languages Required
•Fluency in English is required.
Languages Preferred
•Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) and/or local language(s) is an asset.
Contract Duration
26 weeks
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Interns not receiving stipends from governmental or non-governmental bodies will receive a monthly stipend.
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