Internship opportunity at MECOMHEDI

Media Communication for Health and Development Initiative (MECOMHEDI) is a youth-led and women-led, impact-driven non-profit and non-governmental organization committed to empowering communities through the transformative power of media and communication. We work to address critical humanitarian and development challenges, with a strong focus on issues affecting women and children, while promoting sustainable development and healthier living.

Since commencing operations in 2019, MECOMHEDI has

supported internally displaced persons (IDPs), returnee populations, and

vulnerable host communities by complementing the efforts of humanitarian

partners and stakeholders. Our interventions span key thematic areas including

education in emergencies, child protection, gender-based violence prevention

and response, health and nutrition, communication for development,

peacebuilding and conflict resolution, as well as the software components of

Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WaSH).

About Internship

MECOMHEDI invites applications for its 6-month

unpaid internship programme across the Programs,

Communications, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), Human Resources (HR),

and Finance units. This programme is designed for highly motivated

individuals seeking practical, hands-on experience in the humanitarian and

development sector. Interns will work closely with experienced

professionals to support project implementation, documentation, reporting,

stakeholder engagement, and organizational operations. The internship offers

structured learning, mentorship, and exposure to real-life humanitarian

programming, particularly in areas affecting women, children, and vulnerable

populations.

This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates and

early-career professionals who are eager to build relevant skills, gain sector

experience, and contribute meaningfully to MECOMHEDI’s mission.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Be a recent graduate or Corps member in a relevant
•     field (e.g., Social Sciences, Mass Communication, Development Studies,
•     Statistics, Accounting, or related disciplines)
• Demonstrate strong interest in humanitarian and development
•     work
• Possess basic computer skills, including proficiency in
•     Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• Have good written and verbal communication skills
• Be willing to commit to the full 6-month duration of the
•     internship
• Be available to work in a team-oriented and fast-paced
•     environment
• Show a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and high
•     ethical standards

Note: This is an unpaid internship;

however, interns will gain valuable professional experience, mentorship, and a

certificate of completion upon successful participation.

Application Deadline: Tue. 20th January, 2026 6.00 pm WAT

Female and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) candidates are strongly

encouraged to apply.

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