Communications Intern Kenya Nairobi
Support key country office communication initiatives and advocacy strategy.
Overview
Support key country office communication initiatives and advocacy strategy.
You have:
- Currently enrolled in final year or recently graduated (past 18 months) with a Degree in Communications, Journalism, International Relations, or a related field.
- Excellent English writing skills and attention to detail
- Sound photography and filming skills
- Knowledge of digital storytelling techniques
- Knowledge of and interest in regional humanitarian issues
- Experience in using social media for advocacy and outreach
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (photo, audio and video editing, and design)
The intern will work closely with the department to support key country office communication initiatives and contribute to the overall advocacy strategy. The intern will need to be highly motivated and passionate about communicating and storytelling. They should be prepared to work collaboratively with a team and be able to meet deadlines. The intern should be open to feedback and willing to learn from their mistakes.
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in final year or recently graduated (past 18 months) with a Degree in Communications, Journalism, International Relations, or a related field.
Skills and Experience
Excellent English writing skills and attention to detail
Sound photography and filming skills
Knowledge of digital storytelling techniques
Knowledge of and interest in regional humanitarian issues
Experience in using social media for advocacy and outreach
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (photo, audio and video editing, and design)
Responsibilities
The intern will be expected to:
Assist in the development of communication materials, including media packages, fact sheets and social media content
Support the country office in the production and finalisation of communications products
Produce content for use for country’s influencing
Conduct research on key regional issues and compile reports for internal use
Support the planning and implementation of communication campaigns and events
Monitor media coverage and social media trends relevant to Kenya
Assist in the maintenance of the country office online presence, including the website and social media accounts
Travel to field locations in Kenya for content gathering (video, photo and text)
As part of the internship, the intern will be expected to undergo in-house training in NRC’s branding and house style, digital asset systems, ethics, and other relevant areas
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to meet a tight deadline for a communications project? | The interviewer wants to assess your ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. | Provide an example that demonstrates your time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks. |
| What methods do you use to ensure the accuracy and quality of your written content? | This question evaluates your attention to detail in writing. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How have you used social media for advocacy in previous roles or projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with photography and video editing. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you think is the role of storytelling in communications? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a successful communication campaign you have been part of? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay informed about regional humanitarian issues? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you approach creating content for a diverse audience? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |