Grade: Internship
Publication date: 26 June 2025
Application deadline (midnight Abidjan time): 25 July 2025
Vacancy no.: DC/ABIDJAN/INTERNSHIP/2025/04
Job ID: 13084
Department: RO-Africa
Organization Unit: RO-Africa
Location: Abidjan
Duration of contract: 6 months
ILO Internship Programme provides an opportunity for talented individuals to:
(a) increase understanding of relevant issues at the international level by involving them directly in the work of the Office and the application of ILO principles, programmes and strategies;
(b) gain practical experience with the ILO directly related to their field of study.
The internship programme is not intended to lead to a career in the ILO. There should be no expectation of further employment at the end of the internship.
The ILO values diversity. We welcome applications from qualified women and men, particularly those with disabilities and from non- or under- represented member States. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org
IMPORTANT:
Please only apply for an internship if you fulfil the following two criteria:
(1) You have no close relative serving in the ILO.
(2) This is your first internship with the ILO (only one internship is permitted).
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is seeking a social media and content creation Intern to support its work at the ILO Regional Office for Africa (ROAF) in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. This internship is open to applicants from all ILO member States.
The ROAF is responsible for promoting ILO principles and decent work priorities across the African continent. It provides strategic guidance to ILO Country Offices and Decent Work Technical Support Teams (DWTs) and engages with key regional institutions such as the African Union, African Development Bank, and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa to advance inclusive, rights-based development. The ILO’s mandate in Africa focuses on promoting rights at work, enhancing decent employment opportunities, strengthening labour market governance, extending social protection, and fostering effective social dialogue.
Despite global efforts, child labour remains a pressing challenge. According to the 2024 Global Estimates, 138 million children are still engaged in child labour worldwide — nearly half of them in hazardous work. Sub-Saharan Africa bears the highest burden, with the region experiencing the largest increase in child labour in recent years. This surge is driven by intersecting crises, including poverty, informality, conflict, and increasingly, climate-related disruptions. Without urgent and targeted action, climate change risks reversing decades of progress in child labour elimination and pushing even more children into exploitative work.
In response to this challenge, the ILO is implementing the project “Accelerating Action for the Elimination of Child Labour in Supply Chains in Africa.” The project operates in six countries — Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya, Mali, Nigeria, and Uganda — and focuses on tackling child labour in key supply chains by promoting sound public policies, improving governance, empowering stakeholders, and fostering knowledge exchange. A strong emphasis is placed on addressing gender-specific needs and ensuring that interventions are inclusive and sustainable.
As a social media and content creation Intern, you will play a key role in supporting the project’s visibility, outreach, and knowledge sharing efforts — contributing to meaningful change in the lives of children and communities across Africa.
The successful candidate will be a creative and dynamic thinker and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The intern will report to the project’s M&E and Knowledge Sharing Officer.
The internship program is not intended to lead to a career in the ILO nor the project. There should be no expectation of another job at the end of the internship.
For the Intern:
To gain practical experience in digital advocacy and social media communications by supporting the planning, development, and implementation of content strategies that promote awareness and engagement around child labour issues. The intern will enhance their skills in social media management, visual storytelling, and online community engagement within the context of international development.
For the Project:
To strengthen the visibility and outreach of the “Accelerating Action for the Elimination of Child Labour in Supply Chains in Africa” project by improving its social media presence, ensuring timely, engaging, and consistent content across platforms, and aligning communication efforts with broader advocacy goals and ILO branding guidelines.
As an intern, you will gain exposure to the ILO’s strategic and practical approaches to eliminating child labour in global supply chains, particularly within the African context. You will be working directly with the ACCEL Africa regional team, with opportunities to interact with teams in all countries covered by the project, and benefit from ongoing mentorship and engagement with the ACCEL Africa technical specialists.
Under the overall supervision of the Monitoring and Evaluation, and Knowledge Sharing Officer, you will:
⦁ Learn about ILO communication strategies, and how they contribute to the elimination of child labour;
⦁ Gain practical experience in implementing a social media strategy tailored to advocacy and development objectives;
⦁ Develop your skills in content creation, including writing, editing, graphic design, and video for diverse platforms (e.g., X, LinkedIn, Tiktok);
⦁ Support the creation and dissemination of communication and advocacy materials, including success stories, multimedia products, and campaign assets;
⦁ Be encouraged to participate in internal meetings, capacity-building sessions, and interdepartmental knowledge exchanges to better understand the work of the ILO and its multidisciplinary teams;
⦁ Strengthen your understanding of gender-responsive communications, ethical storytelling, and rights-based messaging.
This internship will offer a unique opportunity to apply and grow your skills while contributing to meaningful social impact and global development goals.
⦁ Support the implementation of the social media and digital advocacy strategy of ACCEL Africa
⦁ Assist in drafting engaging content for social media platforms, including key messages, captions, and visuals
⦁ Design and produce multimedia materials (e.g., infographics, short videos, and images) for online platforms and advocacy campaigns
⦁ Contribute to the development of content for the project’s website and digital channels
⦁ Support the planning and promotion of events, webinars, and campaigns through online outreach and digital engagement
⦁ Monitor analytics and contribute to the evaluation of reach and impact of communication activities
⦁ Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor
The candidate must be enrolled in the final year of a graduate degree programme, or in a higher degree programme, in communications, journalism, arts, social sciences and/or a related field, or have completed such programme no longer than one year ago.
⦁ Working knowledge of digital software like the Adobe suit, Canva, or similar graphic design tools.
⦁ Relevant work experience or knowledge in social media strategy, communication skills such as digital media, social media, graphic design, and photo editing is an asset.
⦁ Excellent writing and verbal communications in French or English
⦁ Sufficient knowledge a second language (French or English) to edit, translate and proofread documents
⦁ Demonstrated interest in communications and advocacy.
⦁ Experience working with social media and other communications tools is an asset.
⦁ Ability to work effectively in a team and with partners from diverse backgrounds is an asset.
⦁ Good analytical and research skills is an asset.
⦁ Knowledge of child labour and/or supply chains is an asset.
How to apply:
1. Search for an internship profile via the page on ILO Jobs
2. Select the internship profile you would like to apply for, and create a profile on ILO Jobs
3. Complete your candidate profile and apply to the internship profile
4. Be sure to attach a cover letter in the last section of the application, as applications without a cover letter will not be considered and you cannot attach a cover letter after the deadline.
Selection process:
If shortlisted, you may be contacted by the field office for a written test and/or interview. The ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.
Stipend:
As an intern in the field, you will receive a monthly stipend from the ILO based on the cost of living in the area of the duty station, unless you receive funding through another institution (for example your university or a foundation). If you receive partial funding, ILO will cover the difference to ensure you receive the appropriate stipend per month. Your travel to the duty station will be at your own expense.
Insurance:
Please note that the ILO does not take responsibility for any costs arising from accidents and/or illness incurred during the internship. You will be responsible for your own insurance coverage for illness and accidents for the duration of the internship at the duty station (whether Geneva or the field).
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