The China Relations intern will work with AWF’ China program team playing a key role in supporting the implementation of AWF’s China strategy; assist in communications planning, outreach and relationship building in China and with Chinese entities in Africa; and support the establishment of the relationships with relevant African government institutions as well as Chinese government; This position will report to the ……and will be bas…….ed in Nairobi, Kenya.
Responsibilities
Assist in doing the research on Chinese government policy and activities that relevant with Africa’s conservation and development
Support the implementation of AWF’s China strategy by working closely with AWF internal teams
Assist the establishment of relationships with relevant African government institutions in collaboration with the China program team
Support the engagement with Chinese government and institutions including Chinese embassies in Africa to build credibility
Develop and edit the latest article on China program to be posted on AWF social media
Support the event planning and implementation as assigned
Interact with AWF’s corporate team and country directors as needed to obtain information for the purpose of engagement with Chinese companies
Carry out any other relevant duties that may be assigned by supervisor from time to time
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 1-2 years of experience in public relations, communications or a closely related field
Good ability in writing, research, editing, and communications skills
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced collaborative environment while prioritizing and managing multiple deadlines
Knowledge of a broad view of China, especially good understanding of China’s economic and political matters
Candidates with Knowledge on Africa conservation, wildlife and wildlands, and Africa development preferred
Candidates with ability to speak, write, edit in Mandarin preferred, but not required
