Internship - Communications at Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA)

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

The Communications Intern will work under the guidance of the Communications Team to:

• Support the communications team in the implementation of the communications strategy.
• Create content.
• Develop and maintain media database and list.
• Day to day digital campaign monitoring from a content point of view.
• Undertaking basic creative design.
• Contribute both individually and as a team member in meetings and brainstorming sessions.
• Undertaking basic web design and updating.
• Research, write, and schedule regular content for AGRA’s websites and social media channels.
• Assist in the preparation of workshops, meetings and other events.
• Update AGRA’s image bank.

Academic, Professional Qualifications and Relevant experience:

• A degree in communications, journalism or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• No work experience required but a demonstration of experience in extra-curricular or non-academic activities of value will be an added advantage.
• Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Experience creating content for blogs, websites, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter.
• Practical knowledge in creative design using different applications.
• Practical knowledge in web design.
• Practical knowledge in videography and photography.
• Understanding of using diverse social media platforms as communications tools
• Experience with WordPress.
• Desire to learn and grow professionally.

Terms of Employment

This is an internship position based in Nairobi, Kenya. The initial contract will be for a period of three (3) months and the successful candidate shall receive a monthly stipend during this period.