PATH Communication Internships Kenya

Communications Intern at PATH NGO, Kenya

PATH is an international organization that drives transformative innovation to save lives and improve health, especially among women and children. We accelerate innovation across five platforms—vaccines, drugs, diagnostics, devices, and system and service innovations—that harness our entrepreneurial insight, scientific and public health expertise, and passion for health equity.

By mobilizing partners around the world, we take innovation to scale, working alongside countries primarily in Africa and Asia to tackle their greatest health needs.Together, we deliver measurable results that disrupt the cycle of poor health.

We are seeking to engage two interns in the Communications and Advocacy team. Being a capacity development position, the interns will be offered a mentored opportunity to discover their skills and capabilities as well as contribute to the Communications and media team.

The position calls for one who is ready, willing to learn, share experiences and grow professionally. Specifically the Communication and Media Intern will be expected to support the Communications and Media team in discharging their mandate which includes:
Communication Internships Responsibilities

• Update the PATH web-page.
• Organize the PATH digital photo library.
• Organize and manage the PATH Resource Center.
• Writing, designing and editing the PATH publications.
• Be an active environmental rights crusader on health.
• Support the digital media activity on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc.
• Document and record (audio- visual and still photography) activities by PATH and its partners.
• Support the communication activities and engagements by any of the PATH partners and projects.

Required Skills for Communication Skills in Kenya

• Aptitude for quick learning.
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili.
• Strong organizational skills, high level of attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong command of computer packages especially those used in website management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including drafting, proofreading, and editing documents.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with minimal supervision and with a wide range of collaborators.

Required Experience

• A degree in Communications, Public Relations or a related field, experience in development of web page and web management, experience and interest in project management and operations.
• Must have legal authorization to work in Kenya.

How to Apply

Click HERE to apply online

PATH is dedicated to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.