Communications Intern at Palladium International

The overall responsibility is to support the documentation and dissemination of project and organizational achievements, information products, branding and public relations, and media engagements.

Reporting:

 The Communication Intern will report to the Data Demand & Information Use Lead.

 Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the development of content, production and design of various information products and the dissemination of the same through various channels.
• Support the preparation of technical briefs, annual reports, human interest or case stories, photos, press releases, narrative articles, and e-bulletin/newsletters.
• Support regular documentation of project events and implementation activities through website stories, infographics, photo stories, and videos project-related information, education and communication (IEC) materials.
• Collaborate with capacity strengthening and product development project teams to design, revise and review information, YouTube videos, education and communication (IEC) materials, posters, project profiles, project reports, job aids, and tools.
• Contribute to a catalogued digital media library of KenyaHMIS images, videos, and other multimedia products.
• Utilize other multimedia platforms to reach a wider range of audiences.
• Support corporate branding and compliance with donor branding and marketing requirements.
• Develop approaches to manage the growth of the KenyaHMIS brand as a leader in information systems at the county level, nationally, regionally, and internationally.
• Support the management and maintenance of the KeHMIS documentation website, including writing, editing, and uploading text and multimedia content like feature articles.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Completed studies in Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, Graphic Design, or other similar subjects at the university level.
• Interest in the field of information systems especially related to communication and branding.
• Experience in relevant software and development of content for mass communication, graphic design, and website management.
• Strong communication skills including writing, summarizing, and editing reports, and the ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrable experience in media communications including social media.