JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title
Communication Intern
Office
Vientiane, Laos

Type of employment
Three months, with the possibility of extension
Department
Program

Reports to
Manager

Functional reports to
Country Director

Career Band
Professional staff
Action Education Laos  ·  May 2026 – August 2026

1. BACKGROUND

Action Education Laos is an international association for development through education that has been ensuring access to quality education for the most vulnerable and marginalized populations, especially children, girls, and women, so that they can all control their own development and contribute to a more peaceful and sustainable world.

We promote lifelong learning because access to quality education helps to fight poverty and disease, limit climate change, and build peace in a sustainable world. We focus on early childhood care and education; access to and quality of education at primary and secondary levels; as well as vocational training and social inclusion.

Based on the values of dignity, inclusion, and integrity, as well as on the principles of transparency, accountability, and solidarity, we are running 91 projects in 20 countries in Africa, Asia, and Europe—including France—for more than 1.5 million people.

Action Education Laos is a dynamic and impactful organization dedicated to improving educational opportunities and livelihood prospects for underprivileged communities. We believe in empowering individuals through education and sustainable development initiatives. Our projects span across various regions, aiming to address socio-economic disparities and create long-lasting impact. Our mission is to empower individuals through quality education, fostering positive change in communities. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Project Manager (PM) to join our team and contribute to our mission-driven work.

 

Action Education is involved in programs ensuring the right to education is recognized and guaranteed by governments, with a focus on free, high-quality, and inclusive education for all.

AEA’s projects focus on two main areas:

• Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)
• Access and Quality of Primary and Secondary Education (A&Q)

 

Action Education Laos implements education programs in partnership with government agencies and development partners to promote inclusive and equitable access to quality education across Laos. The organization seeks to strengthen community engagement, school improvement, and educational innovations through effective program design, implementation, and communication.

 

As part of its commitment to professional development and capacity building, Action Education Laos offers internship opportunities to motivated students and young professionals with interests in education, development, and social policy.

2. PURPOSE OF THE INTERNSHIP

The internship provides an invaluable opportunity for the intern to gain practical exposure to project management, development reporting, and strategic communication processes within an international education NGO setting while simultaneously strengthening Action Education Laos’ ongoing program initiatives through additional analytical, documentation, and creative support.

By engaging a young professional in social policy, the organization benefits from strengthened project documentation and communication, enriched research and analytical contributions, and fresh perspectives that enhance program quality and reporting accuracy. This collaboration boosts the visibility and knowledge-sharing capacity of Action Education Laos for national and donor audiences and further establishes the organization’s credibility as an institution dedicated to supporting young professional career advancement through meaningful learning and mentorship opportunities.

3. OBJECTIVES

• To enhance the intern’s knowledge and skills in project management, monitoring, and communication in the development context.
• To support the technical and program units of Action Education Laos in advancing project documentation, reporting, and proposal development.
• To contribute to knowledge-sharing and visibility efforts of the organization.

4. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

The communication intern will work under the guidance of the program manager and collaborate closely with program and communication staff to perform the following key tasks:

• Content Creation: Drafting/layout of case studies, proposals, activity briefs, and donor reports.
• Research & Analysis: Conducting background research on education policies and stakeholders in Laos.
• Reflection & Documentation: Creating short reflection pieces and learning summaries on project activities.
• Professional Execution: Coordinating with mentors, maintaining digital filing, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.

5. EXPECTED DELIVERABLES

• Written Contributions: At least three formal pieces (e.g., case study, project report section, or policy summary).
• Research Compilation: A comprehensive set of references and notes relevant to education and development in Laos.
• Final Reflection Notes: A 1–2 page summary of learning outcomes and your overall internship experience.
• Completion Certificate: Awarded by Action Education Laos upon the satisfactory performance of all duties.

6. PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT AND INDICATORS

Area of Contribution	Indicators of Achievement	Expected Outputs
Coordination & Communication	Active participation in team meetings, punctual submission of tasks, and demonstration of initiative.	Meeting minutes and weekly progress updates.
Knowledge Sharing & Visibility	Prepared visual or written communication content supporting project awareness.	10 short communication products (e.g., post, draft, story).
Professional Growth & Reflection	Evidence of learning engagement, feedback integration, and self-assessment.	Internship reflection note and endline discussion.

 

7. EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the three-month internship, the intern is expected to:

• Gain an introductory understanding of project management principles and the key stages of the project cycle within an NGO context.
• Strengthen practical communication skills for collaboration, information exchange, and reporting in a professional environment.
• Develop the ability to draft short case studies and human-interest stories that can be used to enrich project progress reports and donor communication materials.
• Gain hands-on experience in technical report writing and documentation processes used in development projects.
• Build confidence in professional correspondence, teamwork,
• SUPERVISION AND SUPPORT

The intern will receive supervision from the program manager and guidance from technical team members. Weekly check-in meetings will ensure regular feedback, priority setting, and milestone tracking.

9. DURATION AND WORK ARRANGEMENT

Internship Period: May 2026 – August 2026

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday (approximately 5 days/week)

Modality: Works at AE Office

Supervisor: Program Manager, Action Education Laos

Key Function: Communication

10. BENEFIT PACKAGE

Monthly Allowance (Stipend)

• USD 150 per month.
• Insurance

Professional Development Support

• Access to Action Education’s internal capacity-building and professional learning sessions.
• Assignment of a dedicated mentor (program manager) providing weekly feedback and supervision.

Recognition and Certification

• A Certificate of Completion at the end of the internship acknowledging work contributions and professional growth.
• A formal letter of recommendation upon successful completion and positive performance review.

Learning and Networking Opportunities

• Participation in internal knowledge-sharing sessions or online stakeholder coordination meetings.
• Opportunity to co-author or contribute to internal case studies or project documentation, publicly credited where appropriate.

How To Apply:

Interested candidates should email their CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role to chindavanh.vongvilay@action-education.org and tongphathai.keobouapha@action-education.org with the subject line “Communication Intern.”
Application Deadline: 30 April 2026 (applications reviewed until position filled).

Action Education is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration.