Background:
Peace Brigades International Nepal plans to increase its visibility and advocacy work and therefore seeks a Social Media and Communications Intern/Volunteer for PBI’s Country Office in Kathmandu. The position requires a commitment of at least three months, preferably longer; the start date is as soon as possible. Please note that the position is unpaid.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Responsibilities:
– Support developing PBI Nepal’s social media (and communications) strategies
– Set up PBI Nepal’s social media channels in coordination with the Country Coordinator/ Project Officer
– Manage new platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.
– Translate documents and short texts from English to Nepali
– Develop, plan, and implement social media campaigns on topics such as human rights, peace, transitional justice, and women’s rights, incl. videos and other content
– Pre-produce content for selected occasions
– Conduct duty trips to remote locations in Nepal for photo, video, and interview development as per need
– Support PBI Nepal’s partner organizations in their social media and campaign activities through training, coaching, and mentoring
– Conceptualize, develop, design, and distribute regular newsletters for stakeholders
– Support other communications and project activities as needed
Your Profile:
– Enrolled in or recently graduated from a relevant master’s program such as Graphic Design, Media Studies, Communications, Journalism, Social Science, Development Studies
– Willingness for business trips within Nepal under very basic conditions
– Business fluent in written and spoken English and Nepali
– Intercultural competence, openness, and motivation to support human rights defenders and marginalized groups
– Creativity, self-confidence, openness, and ability to work independently and in teams
– Affinity, high interest, and, at best, first experiences with social media
– Experience and interest in photography, image editing, and creative writing with an eye for detail
– Digital native with competencies in using Google online tools, internet research, and image editing software (e.g., Canvas)
– Excellent communication skills, oral and written, and high interest in communication activities
We offer:
– A workplace in a centrally located office in Sanepa, Lalitpur
– Working in a small, friendly team with flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work
– An exciting job with insights into the work and structures of an international NGO
– A written confirmation/ reference of the work done following the successful completion of the internship
How to apply
Please send your application (CV, cover letter, certificates, contact details of two professional reference persons) to peacebrigadesnepal@gmail.com.
Interviews and a written test will be scheduled individually.
