Communications Intern at Population Services International (PSI)

  • Published date: June 11, 2020
  • Category: Marketing & Communications
    • Location: Nairobi, Nairobi
  • Jop type:
  • Salary: Ksh Not mentioned
  • Company name: Jobs in Kenya

Job Description


PSI - Global Services Hub is looking for a knowledgeable and dedicated Communications Intern to join the Digital Health and Monitoring team. Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Communications Intern will support the dissemination of project communication materials to inform key audiences of project progress and successes relating to the implementation of digital health tools both consumer-facing and health care workforce. The Communications Intern should be a highly-skilled, motivated and self-driven individual with the ability to synthesize complex material into easy to consume communication pieces targeted to audiences like PSI country offices, national and international stakeholders, Ministries of Health, donors, etc. The ideal candidate should have the ability to multi-task and balance multiple projects/ priorities simultaneously with the enthusiasm to learn and develop new skills within the role.


Your contribution



  • Support the development of communications content and materials that can take the form of compelling narratives, case studies, multimedia graphics, newsletters etc for publication to a range of audiences

  • Support with compiling best practices, lessons and synthesizing knowledge management resources

  • Assist with formatting reports, presentations and other technical documents including editing, design and layout

  • Assist in sharing materials and information across PSI’s internal communication channels

  • Assist with updating Digital Health and Monitoring SharePoint sites and other online content

  • Support in conducting researches and collecting data as requested

  • Assist in the organization and production of small events and internal webinar discussions

  • Perform any other substantive and/or administrative task that might be required


What are we looking for?



  • Bachelors/ Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations or Development related field[CL1]

  • Excellent computer literacy in standard software applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint

  • Experience with Adobe Creative packages, such as Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign etc

  • Experience in public relations, communications or journalism is an advantage

  • Excellent written and spoken English skills. Working knowledge of French, Spanish or Portuguese is desirable

  • Excellent drafting and copy-editing skills for internal/external communications purposes

  • Good research and analytical skills

  • Motivated and energetic self-starter who takes initiative



 

Method of Application



All applicants MUST have work authorization for Kenya. PSI will not sponsor work permits


• Status: 6 months with the possibility of extension


Interested applicants should submit a current Curriculum Vitae no later than June 23rd, 2020 to jobs@psinairobi.org. Subject: Communications Intern**


Applications will be screened on a rolling basis until a suitable candidate is identified. References will be required


The service is expected to start in July 2020


PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status


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