Communications Assistant (Intern)

Job description

The Gui-Patrick Foundation believes that everyone has the right to the same basic level of education.
We envision a world where nobody is be held back by a lack of opportunity to adequately develop fundamental skills such as reading and writing.
By raising awareness of the massively overlooked problem of functional illiteracy, and by offering proper education and support, we can provide underprivileged people with the tools to better themselves and make a positive change in their lives thereby becoming more successful, confident and productive members of society.

We are able to offer an exciting internship role especially for those who are seeking either to gain experience in the communication field within a charity.

Objective
Your role involve coordinating the promotion of services and public image of the charity.

Desired profile

Responsibilities
-Identify users, and decide what to communicate to them and the best forms of communication to use
-Arrange publicity for the charity through different outlets
-Keep staff and sponsors up to date with news
-Provide the public with information when it is requested
-Coordinate and approve the work of artists, printers and monitors work in progress
-negotiate rates and orders advertising for print, television or radio

You will work closely with the Head of Communications, PR Coordinator and Communications Officer.

Language skills
-Fluent English both written and spoken

Necessary skills and qualities
-Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
-Time-management and organizational skills
-Flexibility
-Computer literate, desktop publishing skills, experience in web design
-Creativity to communicate in different ways
-The ability to form and maintain relationships through teamwork and networking

Desirable skills
-How to use different media for different purposes
-How to develop a communication plan
-Design and printing methods

Professional qualfications
-Computer literate-MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
-Degree in journalism, Communications or Public Relations

What we offer as an intern
-An opportunity to valuably contribute to the work of Gui-Patrick Foundation

If you are interested in the position, please send a copy of your CV and cover letter explaining the reasons for applying for this internship before Friday 27th of April.