Communications and Advocacy Intern

Role Purpose

The Intern will be responsible for supporting the management and oversight of the planning, implementation, and evaluation of CHReaD consortium activities. Working with the CHReaD Communications and Advocacy Officer, the intern will assist in the planning and execution of all consortium-related communication needs, with a specific focus on Health R&D knowledge management, information sharing, and documentation to inform advocacy efforts, policy, and practice.

Principle Responsibilities

Communications Support

• Assist in creating compelling content for CHReaD’s platforms including social media, newsletters, website updates, and communication materials like brochures and policy briefs.
• Help monitor media coverage and identify opportunities to showcase CHReaD’s work in national and regional platforms.
• Support coordination of media engagement activities, including developing media lists, drafting media advisories, and organizing press briefings or interviews.
• Assist in the development and editing of blogs, opinion pieces, and human-interest stories from CHReaD champions and partners.
• Help track ongoing policy conversations and news trends related to health R&D and identify opportunities for CHReaD to engage.
• Contribute to planning and documenting communication activities, campaigns, and events, including logistics, speaker coordination, photography, and media follow-up.
• Support the maintenance of a shared content library (photos, quotes, stories) for advocacy use.

Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement

• Assist in preparing materials for advocacy engagements including presentations, briefs, and talking points.
• Support the coordination of high-level meetings, webinars, and events by managing invitations, agendas, and participant follow-up.
• Help map key stakeholders, champions, and influencers to strengthen advocacy and visibility efforts.
• Contribute to aligning communication with coalition members by helping draft key messages and ensuring consistency across platforms.
• Maintain an updated calendar of upcoming advocacy moments, deadlines, and policy opportunities to support strategic planning.

Administrative and Programmatic Support

• Help manage documentation and archiving of project reports, communication outputs, and meeting notes.
• Support the Communications and Advocacy Officer in tracking progress against work plans and deliverables.
• Assist with logistical tasks such as vendor coordination, printing of materials, and event supplies.
• Attend internal and external meetings as required and prepare summaries or updates.
• Contribute ideas for improving CHReaD’s visibility and engagement, especially with youth and community audiences.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• At least 6 months of demonstrated experience in social media management, content creation, or public relations (experience may include internships, volunteer roles, or freelance work).
• Strong writing, storytelling, and digital content development skills.
• Proficiency in using social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube) for professional communication.
• Basic knowledge of media relations, public engagement, and crisis communication strategies.
• Ability to analyze content performance using analytics tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Highly organized with good time management skills and ability to multitask.
• Creative, self-motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a team.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Amref Health Africa recruitment portal on SmartRecruiters. Click here to apply.