Media Communication for Health and Development Initiative (MECOMHEDI) Internship Programme 2026
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.
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.
Location: Maiduguri, Borno state
Open Positions
🔸Wash Intern
🔸GBV Intern
🔸 HR/Admin Intern
🔸 SRH Intern
🔸Child Protection Intern
🔸M&E Intern
🔸Climate Action Intern
🔸Finance & Compliance Intern
🔸Media & Communication Intern
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
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).
Application Deadline: Tue. 20th January, 2026 6.00 pm WAT
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested and Qualified candidates should use link below to Apply.
Note: This is an unpaid internship; however, interns will gain valuable professional experience, mentorship, and a certificate of completion upon successful participation.
Female and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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