Intern - Digital Media and Communications (Media and Communications) at International Organization for Migration (IOM)

International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, it works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Intern - Digital Media and Communications (Media and Communications)

Job ID: 20609
Location: Abuja

Responsibilities
Supervision:

• Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Media and Communications Officer, the successful candidate will support all aspects related to digital media engagement and communications for the IOM Nigeria mission.

Learning Objectives:

• Assist in producing high-quality digital content for a range of communication platforms, ensuring alignment with IOM Nigeria’s objectives. 
•  Assist in the planning, creation, and execution of digital campaigns to promote safe migration pathways, utilizing a variety of online platforms (website, social media, email newsletters, etc.). 
• Support the design of visually engaging digital materials, such as banners, infographics, and video content, to maximize campaign effectiveness and audience engagement. 
• Conduct research on current trends in digital communications, branding, and audience engagement to inform internal and external strategies. 
• Brainstorm creative ideas to improve internal communications and enhance IOM’s digital branding efforts across various online channels. 
• Write, edit, and upload compelling text and multimedia content feature articles, interviews, videos, and graphics to IOM Nigeria’s digital platforms (website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube). 
• Design graphics and multimedia content that aligns with IOM’s messaging, using design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, etc.) to create high-quality digital assets. 
• Monitor and analyze the performance of digital campaigns and social media initiatives using analytics tools (Google Analytics, social media insights, etc.) to assess impact and engagement.
• Report on campaign effectiveness and provide actionable insights to continuously refine and improve digital communication strategies. 
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Training Components and Learning Elements:

• The Intern will gain experience in working in an international multicultural environment, within the United Nations system.
• Gain experience in organization, management, and international cooperation activities. 
• Gain a better understanding of IOM’s work, as an intergovernmental organization in the field of Migration, and work on formulating and editing institutional strategies, priorities, and work plans. 
• The Intern can also access online training courses at the disposal of all IOM staff. 
• The Intern will have the possibility to interact with IOM staff within Headquarters and IOM Missions.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:

• First Degree in Communication, Journalism, Digital Media, Public Relations, Marketing, Digital Filmmaking, Graphic Design, or a development-related field.

Experience
Demonstrated working knowledge and understanding of: 

•  Media and communications workflows; 
• Corporate communications, specifically within International Organizations or any institution working in the development sector;
•  Social media and digital community management and engagement.

Skills:

• Written and spoken proficiency in English; 
• Strong communications skills: excellent listening skills and empathy, ability to write clearly and concisely 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software. Competency in graphic design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and others) is considered an advantage. 
• Demonstrable experience in media communications, including social media. 
• University extra-curricular activities are acceptable. 
• Ability to adapt to new environments and to establish and maintain good working relations with individuals of different cultural backgrounds.

Languages:

• For this internship, for all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).
• Proficiency in language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Application Closing Date
20th May, 2026; 12:55 AM.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online