About the job
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Are you passionate about marketing and eager to dive into the dynamic world of African tech startups? Do you have a strong desire to learn and contribute to innovative marketing strategies? Join us at Workpay, a leading Kenyan HR Tech startup, and earn the chance to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of work in Africa.
Background
Workpay is a pioneering force in the HR Tech sector, revolutionizing how businesses manage their human resources, payroll, and compliance needs in Africa. Our roots are firmly planted in Nairobi, Kenya, where our global HR and payroll platform is developed and refined. With presence in Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, and Uganda, we are committed to supporting the evolving needs of small and medium-sized businesses across the continent.
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Africa’s population is projected to comprise a quarter of the world’s population by 2050, and at Workpay, we are driven to make a significant impact on the future of work in this dynamic region.
Role Overview
As a Marketing Intern at Workpay, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our marketing team to support various activities. This is a 3-6 month internship that will provide hands-on experience and the chance to contribute to marketing initiatives while learning in a fast-paced startup environment.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Completing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Business, Communication, or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation.
- Basic understanding of marketing principles and concepts.
- Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides etc) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Enthusiastic and eager to learn about technology industry trends.
Areas of Learning & Responsibility
- Content Creation: Assist in drafting engaging and informative blog posts, articles, and social media content.
- Social Media Management: Assist in managing, updating, and monitoring our social media channels for engagement; respond to comments; and help grow our online community.
- Email Marketing: Assist in maintaining the email subscriber list and segmenting contacts for targeted messaging, as well as the creation and distribution of email campaigns to promote company updates, products, and events.
- Event Coordination: Assist in planning, organizing, and promoting company events, webinars, and workshops. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful event execution.
- Administrative Support: Assist in various administrative tasks such as organizing marketing materials, updating databases, and coordinating meetings.
Why Workpay?
- Internship stipend offered.
- Purpose driven work. We are building the rails for employment payments and compliance across Africa, helping drive economic growth and development.
- Career advancement through constant opportunities for learning and growth, and priority consideration for full-time employment.
- Working in a flexible, vibrant team environment from our fun modern office in Westlands, complete with pool table and couches, or from home with manager approval.
To Apply
Applications should be submitted as one single PDF document containing:
- Cover Letter
- CV or Resume of no more than 1 page
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Letter(s) of recommendation from a university professor or employer, if any
Please email your application as a single attachment to [email protected] by 13th October 2023
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Desired Skills and Experience
Communication, Social Media Communications, Public Relations, Photography and videography
