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DRC Uganda is currently looking for a motivated individual to join our dynamic team as Communications Intern. 

The overall purpose of the role:  

The Communications Intern will support the efforts to increase understanding of DRC's work by assisting in the development and dissemination of high quality communication materials. Working closely with Programme teams, He/she will contribute to enhancing visibility and ensuring all outputs align with organizational guidelines, donor requirements, and ethical standards.

Your main duties and responsibilities will be: 

  • Support in the implementation of the Communications and Visibility plan of the Country-Based Pool Fund (CBPF) funded project in line with DRC standards and donor guidelines.  

  • With support from the Program Development and Quality Manager (PDQM), coordinate with field communication focal points to ensure timely approval and publication of quality content of DRC activities on the relevant channels.

  • With support from the PDQM, liaise with the Head Quarters (HQ) communications team to ensure publication of content on DRC’s communication platforms and regularly. 

  • With support from PDQM, conduct editing, standardizing and producing communication products for the different projects, and work with the Supply Chain team to ensure communication and visibility materials provided by the vendors have the right DRC, Partner and donor logos. 

  • Identification of key communications and visibility needs, and coordination with programme and country staff to best identify materials and modalities of dissemination.  

  • With support from the PDQM, support in organizing training for staff in communication and visibility 

  • Ensure consent forms are used correctly 

  • With support from the PDQM, update the country fact sheets, newsletter and profile documents 

  • Support in coordinating visibility during commemoration of international days.  

  • Ensure filing of the communications and visibility products 

  • Perform other duties as assigned including support to other components of the Quality Assurance Unit. 

About you 

  • To be successful in this role, we expect the following. 

Required 

  • Ongoing University degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, Media studies or related field.

  • Basic communications experience 

  • Excellent writing, editing and communications skills in English. 

  • Strong computer/digital skills. 

  • Skills in managing social media. 

  • Ability to support training.  

  • Ability to use communication tools such as Canva and Adobe. 

  • Ability to work collaboratively with competing priorities and tight deadlines. 

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:   

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.   

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.   

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.   

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.   

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. 

We offer 

  • Contract length: 3 months 

  • Designation of Duty Station: Kampala 

  • Start date: June 2026 

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees; please refer to our website.  

Application process 

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered. 

Closing date for applications: 3rd June 2026  

DRC does not solicit money for any part of its recruitment process. All recruitment is merit-based and follows HR best practices that are globally acceptable. Henceforth, should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it 

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo. 

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DRC as an employer

Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 30 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.

By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of over 6,000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:

  • Professionalism, impact & expertise
  • Humanitarian approach & the work we do
  • Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
  • Culture, values & strong leadership
  • Fair compensation & continuous development

DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.