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New York, New York, United States
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ROLE OVERVIEW
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented intern to assist in various aspects of audiovisual (A/V) support and multimedia content production within the Communications department of our organization. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to gain more experience in content production, planning, and visual storytelling within a dynamic and creative environment. The intern will be involved in supporting the production of a video podcast and editing a steady stream of video content, assisting with other elements of day-to-day content production, A/V room organization, analytics reporting, and multimedia event support. The intern will work closely with an experienced Multimedia team and could have the opportunity to participate in high- profile events and projects.
Candidates must have demonstrable experience shooting and editing video in Adobe Premiere and must submit a portfolio link consisting of 3 –5 videos with your application. Please indicate what work you did on each piece, and when each was created.
DEPARTMENT ACCOUNTABILITIES
The Communications Department is responsible for developing a coherent voice and delivering clear public messages to inform both US and international audiences of MSF, its field activities and the humanitarian principles that underpin them; to raise awareness about the plight of the populations we serve; to promote public communication aimed at exposing and describing the field reality, including dilemmas and challenges; and to garner public understanding for our advocacy messages related to field operational concerns and the Access Campaign, via the media, print and digital channels, public awareness and advocacy campaigns, conferences, etc.
External Communications
Develop and distribute external communications products across multiple channels to bear witness to humanitarian needs, speak out with patients and communities, engage with audiences, and achieve strategic objectives.
Public Engagement & Advocacy
Identify significant medical humanitarian issues and execute integrated communications plans to increase public awareness, audience engagement, and support for advocacy priorities.
Brand Positioning
Develop and contribute toward brand strategy, brand positioning, and tactics to increase brand visibility.
Content Creation
Develop and support the production of creative and engaging external communications across audiences and channels, including for the website, social media, and live events.
Advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Promote DEI principles across all communications products and channels.
ROLE SPECIFIC OUTCOMES
The video intern will assist in all phases of the creation and promotion of MSF video content. This is a hands-on position offering the opportunity to actively contribute to the tools through which MSF communicates its messages. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to new and ongoing projects.
Content Creation
Support creation and dissemination of engaging audiovisual content about MSF’s medical humanitarian work for all channels, including web, social media, and live events.
External Communications
Contribute toward implementation of multimedia plans for significant aspects of the organization's external communications, with guidance from the Director of Communications.
Public Engagement Execution
Deliver specified multimedia outputs and outcomes to inform and engage audiences and provide others with professional support while working within established communications systems.
Public Engagement Planning
Contribute to research and development of tactical social media campaigns and public engagement activities using audiovisual elements.
Data & Analytics
Support tracking video performance on social media, identifying trends, adapting to algorithm changes, and making recommendations based on data.
COMPLEXITY AND PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
THOUGHT: How MSF USA staff understand the organization, manage complexity, and contribute by creating the new and different.
People Focus
Builds strong relationships and delivers solutions geared to aiding others. Solicits feedback and data; conveys a clear understanding of the level of service the team is providing; takes action when standards are not met by team; aligns processes with organizational needs.
Manages Complexity
Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Consistently looks at complex issues from many angles; obtains a rich and deep understanding; swiftly cuts to the core issue; skillfully separates root causes from symptoms.
Global Perspective
Takes a broad view when approaching issues, using a global lens. Shows global thinking at work; adjusts organizational practices to meet the unique needs of different regions or countries. Uses a broad perspective when addressing issues and challenges.
Cultivates Innovation
Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful. Approaches professional work in unique or innovative ways. Offers original ideas. Appreciates others' creative ideas and solutions and provides helpful input to enhance them.
RESULTS: MSF USA staff achieve results by cultivating a forward-thinking environment that produces solutions for changing stakeholder needs.
Drives Results
Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Regularly pushes self to achieve outstanding outcomes; consistently establishes bold goals for own performance; is passionate about excellent results and significant contributions. Shows great tenacity to complete goals/initiatives in a timely way.
PEOPLE: MSF USA staff understand their impact on others through collaboration and inclusion of different perspectives to achieve common goals.
Collaborates
Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Readily involves others to accomplish goals; stays in touch and shares information; discourages "us versus them" thinking; shows appreciation for others' ideas and input.
Values Differences
Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Confronts stereotyping and offensive comments promptly. Consistently behaves with great sensitivity toward differences in cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating.
Communicates Effectively
Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Listens attentively and takes an interest. Keeps others well informed; conveys information clearly, concisely, and professionally when speaking or writing.
SELF: MSF USA staff demonstrate self-awareness by having an open mindset and by continuously seeking opportunities to learn, grow, and improve.
Instills Trust
Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Models honesty and authenticity and encourages others to be up front with one another. Demonstrates reliability and places a strong emphasis on the team meeting its commitments. Fairly represents others' positions.
Manages Ambiguity
Operates effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Responds effectively to unclear situations, seeks to resolve ambiguity and make progress. Seeks guidance on how to adapt to changes, responds with appropriate composure and effectiveness.
Situational Adaptability
Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Serves as an example of adaptability and provides guidance and support to help others adapt to new situations. Considers the needs of clients, constituents, and the organization; shifts priorities appropriately.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Plans and Aligns
Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with MSF-USA goals.
Financial Acumen
Interprets and applies understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions.
Tech Savvy
Anticipating and adopting innovations in organizational digital and technology applications .
Data Collection and Analysis
The ability and skill to determine and analyze trends from data that is collected to assist in compiling reports that will help in decision-making.
Project Management Skills
The ability and skill to plan and manage small project work assignments within desired cost, time and quality parameters.
Presentation and Written Communication Skills
Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Serves as an example of adaptability and provides guidance and support to help others adapt to new situations. Considers the needs of clients, constituents, and the organization; shifts priorities appropriately.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
None
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
At a minimum the Job Holder should possess:
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
No travel is required for this position.
DAYS/HOURS PER WEEK
Preferred: availability to work 4 days per week, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays onsite.
DURATION
3 Months with the possibility of an extension
ESTIMATED START DATE
January 2027
COMPENSATION
$18.40/hour
Location
New York, NY (On-site or Hybrid)
This role is based in our New York office, where most of the team and operational infrastructure are located. Due to current staffing and budget constraints, we’re unable to support this position in our DC or California offices.
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We seek a diversity of experience and skills for our workplace and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our openings.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.
Safeguarding Statement:
All Employees and Representatives of MSF USA have a duty to treat the individuals, families, and communities with whom we interact and serve with dignity and respect, and to ensure their safety and protection. We are committed to fostering a workplace and organizational culture that is safe, inclusive, and free from harassment, abuse, exploitation, and discrimination. This commitment is supported by policies and procedures that promote an environment where misconduct and abuse are not tolerated.
Employment may be contingent upon satisfactory reference checks and/or background screening appropriate to the responsibilities of the role.
