WWF is seeking an intern for a 6-month assignment supporting WWF’s communications work in Africa, based in Nairobi, Kenya. For reasons relating to work permits, only Kenyan nationals may be considered for this assignment.
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Main tasks include
- Provide support through provision of communications materials presenting WWF’s work across Africa;
- Assist Africa communications staff to develop and strengthen working relations with media within the region;
- Provide support for the maintenance of a lively WWF Africa Office website, and assist with WWF’s social media presence;
- Develop compelling stories (press releases, feature stories) that maximize readership, targeting the most strategic media;
- Develops links with all WWF communications staff across Africa;
- Develops links with WWF International’s Communications & Marketing Dept and key WWF offices to provide regular updates and communications materials on WWF’s Africa work.
Required qualifications, skills, competencies
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism or related field with one year experience in a similar position in an international organization/company;
- Proven experience and track records in writing for development/conservation; web maintenance and writing; efficient use of social media in southern contexts;
- Excellent oral and written communications skills in English and ideally French;
- Interest and ability in video production and/or photography as well as in graphic design;
- Computer literacy;
- Keen interest and passion for conservation/environmental issues;
- Cultural adaptability and sensitivity;
- Working knowledge of WWF Network, especially WWF in Africa;
- Self-starter, ability to work to deadlines, and initiate and lead projects;
- Adhere to WWF’s values: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging.
Starting date flexible: March-April 2014 (to be determined)
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