About the Job
About Us:
American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) is an international non-governmental organization impacting millions of lives in more than 70 countries, leveraging a century’s experience confronting poverty and crisis around the world. JDC began working in Ethiopia in 1983 working on various projects aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable communities in Ethiopia through health, agriculture, and economic development initiatives. Our team is committed to making a lasting impact and fostering sustainable development in the region.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled, creative, and enthusiastic Marketing Support Intern. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of marketing within an international NGO setting. The intern will assist in creating written and visual content to enhance our organization’s visibility and outreach.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop written and visual marketing content for different projects within JDC Ethiopia.
- Prepare and facilitate graphics illustrations and marketing materials.
- Capture photos and videos in the field to document project activities and impact.
- Edit photos and videos to create compelling visual narratives.
- Assist the Deputy Country Director in regard to marketing and communication
What We Offer:
- Hands-on experience in marketing within a reputable international NGO.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced marketing professionals.
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Possibility of extending the internship or future employment opportunities based on performance and organizational needs.
Compensation for services rendered.
Department: Marketing and Communications
Reports To: Deputy Country Director
Type of Job: Paid Internship for 3 months, with possible extension based on performance
About You
Qualifications:
- Creativity and passion for marketing and communications.
- Basic skills in video and photo editing.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Enthusiastic, proactive, and willing to learn.
Required Skills
- Video editing
- Creativity
- Communication
Show us your creativity and flair by submitting the following:
- Resume and Cover Letter: Detail why you are the perfect fit for this role.
- Creative Portfolio: Include a link to your online portfolio or attach samples of your work (e.g., graphics, videos, written content).
- Creative Task: Choose one:
- Design a social media post for a recent project.
- Write a 300-word blog post about the impact of our work in Ethiopia.
- Create a 1-minute promotional video highlighting one of our key initiatives.
- Submission: Email your application materials to [email protected] by August 1, 2024. Use the subject line “Marketing Support Intern Application – Your Name”.
More Information
- Address Ethiopia
- Experience Level Junior
- Total Years Experience 0-5
