Communication Intern at Access to Humanitarian Assistance and Development Initiative (AHDI)

Reporting: Direct report to the Communications Manager
Duration: Six months preferred but may be extended

Summary of Duties

• The communications Intern would help build AHDI’s offline and online recognition and profile and assist with the delivery of AHDI’s social media strategy.
• He/she will also work closely with program managers and understand their operations.
• This is a challenging role with lots of room for creativity.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Help maintain AHDI’s digital and Online Media presence:

• Source and draft appropriate, relevant content for AHDI’s social media channels/handles
• Monitor social media and digital news sources
• Post relevant updates and information relating to AHDI’s operations
• Create regular social media reports to contribute to AHDI’s social media evaluation
• Drafting copy for a range of audiences for news items, e-newsletters, and social media

Support Public Relations Activities:

• Assist Communications Manager in responding to media queries and arranging media interviews
• Develop and maintain AHDI’s database of relevant media and PR contacts
• Respond to enquiries received by email and digital channels – or allocate/re-direct enquiries as appropriate

Other:

• Carry out any other duties within the scope and purpose of the job
• Abide by all AHDI Policies, Regulations and Procedures.
• Note: As duties and responsibilities change, this job description may be reviewed and amended in consultation with the Communications Manager

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Communication, Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science  or any other related field;
• Proficiency in the use of computer.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Using social media for campaigning purposes
• Some experience of copywriting
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills
• Excellent editorial skills and attention to detail
• Team player with adaptable and pragmatic approach to work
• Excellent IT skills and ability to learn new IT programs quickly (knowledge of WordPress and Google Analytics or similar would be an added advantage)
• Knowledge of:
  • Media (particularly digital)
  • Communications tools / techniques for different audiences
  • Human rights (especially relating to children and women.

Expenses

• This is an unpaid volunteering opportunity.
• Daily or monthly expenses will be reimbursed based on organization’s policy.