Media and Communications Intern
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Cambodia seeks a Media and Communications Intern to support knowledge management, media monitoring, and internal communications. This role operates under the supervision of the Media and Communications Officer and Project Development and Reporting Officer, collaborating with programme teams to enhance the Mission’s information base and communication support.
Job Purpose
The Media and Communications Intern will support IOM Cambodia's knowledge management, media monitoring, and internal communications efforts. This role is crucial for strengthening the Mission's information base, maintaining communication records, and providing essential communications support to all programme areas. The intern will gain practical experience in an international, multicultural UN environment, developing skills in media analysis, understanding migration governance in Cambodia, and applying IOM's brand guidelines to various communication products.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include managing IOM Cambodia’s communications knowledge management system, organizing the SharePoint and media library, and archiving communications assets. The intern will conduct daily and weekly media monitoring, compiling summaries and flagging relevant coverage. Assisting in updating media and stakeholder databases for outreach planning is also required. The role involves preparing reference materials such as fact sheets and backgrounders, and supporting internal communications by drafting announcements, formatting documents, and preparing event materials. Additionally, the intern will contribute to internal reporting products, document Mission events through notes and photographs, and perform other assigned tasks.
Work Experience
Required experience includes photo and video coverage, content creation, and production through academic work, volunteering, or previous internships. Experience in research, information management, or content organization is also necessary. Experience in media monitoring, analysis, news writing, or social media management is considered an asset.
Skills
Knowledge management, Media monitoring, Media analysis, Content creation, Content production, Research, Information management, Content organization, Internal communications, Documentation, Photography, Report writing, Social media management (asset).