Marketing and Communications Team
The Marketing and Communications team ensures that local contextualized realities andpriorities inform our 360° marketing communications approaches. The team is responsible for developing and implementing the organization’s communications strategy in Kenya, collaborating closely with other departments, Fellows, partner schools, donors, and other strategic partners.
Your Role
We are looking for two dynamic and creative Marketing and Communications Interns:
Storyteller and Content Creator. In this role, the incumbents will assist the organization’s efforts to tell compelling stories, such as the experiences of our Fellows and partners in Kisumu and Machakos.
They will focus on developing brand storytelling across the written form, photos, videos, and audio. This role requires a journalistic approach, with the ability to identify potentially impactful stories and develop them into clear narratives that resonate with set audiences and partners.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Storytelling
Play a key role in developing storytelling and content production strategies and approaches.
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Identify and develop powerful stories highlighting the impact of Teach For Kenya,
Fellows, projects, and partners’ work.
Assist in creating written content, photo essays, videos, and audio stories that capture the essence of our work in Kisumu and Machakos.
Collaborate with internal teams, Fellows, and partners to gather necessary information, conduct interviews, and produce multimedia content.
Identify innovative formats, trends, and platforms to disseminate content, ensuring it resonates with diverse audiences.
Content Creation
Create and oversee the production of Fellow and Teach For Kenya stories.
Manage a content calendar to ensure timely delivery of storytelling projects.
Work with regional Leadership Development Coaches to ensure content is relevant and aligned with Teach For Kenya’s brand and messaging.
Ensure storytelling approaches are continually refined using analytics, audience insights, and feedback to improve impact.
Strategic Communications
Assist in developing and implementing a comprehensive storytelling strategy aligned with Teach For Kenya’s communications goals and regional priorities, contributing to thought leadership.
Build strong partner and Fellow relationships to identify and develop impactful stories continuously.
Engage with key media outlets to amplify Teach For Kenya’s storytelling efforts while monitoring feedback to improve engagement.
Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications Lead to ensure all content supports Teach For Kenya’s vision and mission.
Brand Experience
Serve as a regional subject matter expert on brand standards across communications channels, ensuring adherence to set brand guidelines.
Assist in creating impactful brand campaigns, working closely with other departments and regional partner schools.
IDEAL EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a relevant field.
At least 1 – 2 years of professional experience in editorial, content creation, journalism, or communications, with a strong portfolio of storytelling work.
Experience in strategic communications, developing and implementing communication strategies that align with organizational goals and drive engagement.
Experience working in a non-profit, communications agency, or media organization preferred.
Strong project management skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality content on time.
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Proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Premier Pro.
Technically proficient in photography and videography.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences.
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Please email your resume with three professional referees and a one-page cover letter to hr@teachforkenya.org. Please use Marketing and Communications Intern as your email subject line. Your cover letter should include why you are interested in Teach For Kenya and this position. Only successful candidates will be contacted.
Apply via :
hr@teachforkenya.org
