Intern at Persistent Systems Limited

Your Role

• We are looking for an exceptional graduate (preferably in marketing and communications) with a pronounced entrepreneurial mindset to join our Marketing Team. 
• You will work with our team based in Nigeria, as well as with our Marketing and Communications Manager based in Kenya.
• To support the process of planning an event in Lagos in 2023, as well as support during the everyday duties of your team.

Your responsibilities
Event Management:

• Assist your team on the general planning process of a Persistent  event in 2023.
• Take responsibility for tasks that require travelling to different locations in and around Lagos.
• Support with the internal and external Communication prior and post to the event.

Communication:

• Assist the Marketing and Communication Manager with general Social Media Management, such as researching for content and writing expressive and relevant posts.
• Research and assist on finalising Press Releases, as well as Articles and other relevant papers.

Your profile
You fulfil the following requirements:

• A pronounced entrepreneurial mindset, ability to work well under pressure and focus on different tasks.
• An undergraduate degree in marketing, communications or other relevant degree from a reputable and recognised university. A Master’s Degree is an added advantage.
• A great understanding of and experience in professional social media engagement and event management. Prior work experience in marketing, communications and event management is an added advantage.
• An understanding of the start-up ecosystem, the  climate impact space and the UN SDGs, and a passion for our climate and social impact mission .
• Highly organized and transparent in work patterns, to guarantee an easy workflow between you and your team
• Mastery of the English language and excellent speaking and writing skills. Other international languages are an added advantage
• A  great understanding of how to create and/or form content
• Ability to do research tasks
• A strong cultural understanding with regards event/conference management
• Great knowledge of Lagos and its scenes
• A practical, problem solving approach
• Self-starter and allrounder: You are willing to take bold steps and to bring the organisation with you. You are willing to get your hands dirty and do not consider even basic tasks beneath you.
• You are a team player with a creative mindset and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Location & Travel: You are based in Lagos (preferably can legally live and work in Nigeria) and are able to frequently travel to spend time with your team and assist with cross-border tasks.