Communication Specialist Intern

About the role

The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in Kuwait is seeking a Communication Specialist Intern to support humanitarian engagement with the Government of Kuwait and partner organisations. This part‑time, on‑site internship offers hands‑on experience in communications within a multilateral humanitarian setting.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development of communication products on humanitarian needs targeting specific audiences.
• Assist in planning and co‑organising OCHA events in Kuwait.
• Develop and disseminate social‑media material highlighting OCHA‑Kuwait partnerships.
• Coordinate meetings and consultations with partners in the country.
• Draft summaries, meeting minutes and reports.
• Perform other administrative tasks as required.

Required profile

• Enrolled in or having completed a graduate programme in communication, media or a related field, OR in the final academic year of a bachelor’s programme in communication or media.
• No professional work experience required; experience in communications or media is desirable.
• Good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Teams.

Required skills

• MS Word
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Teams

What we offer

• Internship of up to six months, part‑time, based in Kuwait.
• Opportunity to work within the UN humanitarian system and gain practical communications experience.