Intern, Communications at eHealth Systems Africa

About the Internship

This internship program provides recent graduates and university students in career transition with valuable work experience. The program aims to develop leadership competencies and promote women's participation in decision-making roles within key development spaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the communications team
• Assist in brainstorming and implementing tactics to support organizational communication strategies for internal and external audiences
• Work with the communications coordinator to execute media plans, including writing, proofreading, and distributing news releases and media pitches
• Follow up with reporters and media contacts
• Prepare background information for interviews and assist with interview processes
• Maintain media lists and editorial calendars
• Assist in managing social media channels and editorial calendars to ensure content is timely, engaging, and relevant
• Conduct social media audits to ensure best practices are being followed
• Support graphic design for social media and other digital marketing initiatives
• Work with the communications manager to conduct desk research and identify health policy opportunities
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• First degree or equivalent in a relevant field of study
• At least 1 to 2 years of experience in communications or a related field (preferred)
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply