Marketing and Communications Intern at Kenya Network Information Centre (KENIC)

Job Purpose:

 The internship program offers a valuable opportunity for individuals to gain hands-on work experience, expand their knowledge, refine career goals, and build a professional network with mentors. As a Marketing intern, you will actively support various initiatives, participating in the planning and execution of both digital and offline marketing activities and events.

Main Duties/Key Accountabilities:

• Collaborate in creating compelling and engaging content across diverse platforms, such as social media, websites, email marketing, newsletters, and print materials.
• Monitor social media channels, bring attention to inquiries, and analyze performance metrics.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of events, both online and offline, aimed at promoting KeNIC’s products.

Responsibilities: 

• Support team to plan, develop and execute marketing initiatives
• Support projects related to branding, content creation and social media marketing
• Draft and edit internal and external communications, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Handle inbound requests from vendors and partners
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information for communication materials
• Utilize analytics tools to track and report on the performance of marketing campaigns
• Monitor trends, feedback and satisfaction levels
• Contribute fresh ideas that can enhance KeNIC’s standing
• Prepare proposals and reports as required.
• Write and publish articles, blog posts, and press releases
• Produce creative, high-quality short-form video content for TikTok weekly, showcasing .KE success stories, brand awareness, and promotional campaigns.
• Other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Education and Experience: 

• A final-year student or recent graduate holding a degree in Marketing.
• Proficient in the WordPress platform.
• Basic digital marketing skills.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office tools and Google Suite for creating marketing copy.
• Desired skills include a working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and the Canva design platform.