Communication Interns – 2 Positions at Fairtrade International

What you will do

• FTA-ECAN has a robust communication plan and requires the support of a skilled intern to realize its’ ambitions. Under the overall supervision of the Regional Communications Officer, the intern will provide support in the following areas:
• Collect, compile, and document impact stories and best practices from Fairtrade Certified Flower Producers on FTA interventions and programs.
• Support the flower producer organizations in Kenya, Ethiopia & Uganda to update their online Digital Product Catalogues.
• Build a repository /database of Fairtrade Premium use impact stories.
• Support in updating flower producer profiles. Updates will involve editing and proof-reading profiles for clarity, coherence and accuracy as well as minimal layout to meet the branding requirements of Fairtrade producer profiles.
• Support in drafting stories illustrating the use of Fairtrade Premium among certified producers.
• Provide support in the planning and implementation of activities geared towards raising the profile of Fairtrade in the region.
• Collaborate with Communications in drafting and developing the flowers newsletter.
• Assist in designing digital materials in line with Fairtrade’s branding guidelines.
• Other tasks as may be required.
• The intern is also expected to strengthen his/her knowledge and understanding of the Fairtrade System and howit works. Resource materials will be availed to facilitate this.

Minimum qualifications and experience

• University Degree in Media, Communications, Public Relations or Journalism (Degree certificate must be provided as proof).
• Minimum of 1 year post qualification relevant experience.

Skills and competencies

• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in using a computer and various office software packages including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Presentation. Knowledge of working with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign/Illustrator) is an added advantage
• Ability to write strong/captivating case stories
• Strong editing skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Must be a good team player with a high degree of initiative, flexibility and tolerance
• Highly adaptive and ability to work under minimum supervision