Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Undertake routine communications support assignments
- Interview respondents and write stories/reports
- Gather story idIeas and write/produce human interest stories on diverse issues
- Assist in photography and video coverage for USAID Stawisha Pwani project events and activities
- Assist in editing videos and photos
- Social media and digital communication
- Graphic design
- Track and keep record (newspaper cuttings) of HIV, health and other stories related to
- USAID Stawisha Pwani mandate appearing in the newspapers and online (video clips, articles and blogs)
- Update USAID Stawisha Pwani online platforms with news content
- Assist in maintaining the USAID Stawisha Pwani shared folder – especially the communication section by ensuring relevant content (photos, videos and articles) are up-to date other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Completed or working towards a college degree, preferably in; Communications, or Public Relations
- Willingness to learn by taking up the internship for a period of 3 months
- Must be computer literate (Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- An effective communicator, both written and oral
- An eloquent and bold speaker with good verbal and written English and Kiswahili
- Ability to communicate in a professional manner with health and community contacts
- Self-motivated, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task
- and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability and interest to write human stories on diverse issues
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop highly desired. Knowledge of Word press and graphic design is a plus
Closing: 5 April 2023
How to apply:
We strive to provide an environment of professional growth and development. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications and CV along with a cover letter expressing interest and indicating Salary history and expectations to [email protected] by 7th April 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
