Communications Intern

Amref Health Africa is driven by its vision of Lasting health change in Africa and its mission To catalyze and drive community-led and people-centered health systems while addressing social determinants of health. We believe that the power to transform Africas health lies within its communities and therefore strive to ensure that health systems are not only functional but that communities are empowered to hold these systems accountable for the delivery of quality and affordable health care.

Why we are hiring

Amref Health Africa is implementing projects across South Sudan and the need for effective communication has grown to ensure greater visibility stakeholder engagement and awareness of key issues.

Job Purpose

Amref Health Africa is seeking a dynamic Communications Intern to support the Communications Officer in strengthening the organizations visibility stakeholder engagement and brand positioning in South Sudan.

The intern will play a key role in content development media engagement and digital communications helping to amplify project achievements impact stories and advocacy efforts. This opportunity provides hands-on experience in health communications allowing the selected candidate to contribute to meaningful social change while gaining valuable professional skills.

Key focus areas include content creation media outreach digital communications and event support.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Communications Officer.

Duties and responsibilities

Main Tasks

1. Content Creation

• Assist in drafting blogs newsletters and press releases.
• Support development of IEC materials and branded content.
• Edit and proofread reports to align with Amrefs communication standards.

2. Social Media & Digital Engagement

• Draft social media posts and engage with online audiences.
• Assist in developing content for the Amref South Sudan website.

3. Media & Public Relations

• Assist in drafting press releases and media advisories.
• Support in media monitoring and compiling media coverage reports.
• Help in organizing media briefings and interviews.

4. Event Support

• Provide logistical and communication support for internal and external events.
• Assist in documentation photography and social media coverage of events.
• Take notes and prepare reports for key meetings.

5. Stakeholder Communication

• Maintain a database of key stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing and sending monthly updates to stakeholders.

6. Research & Reporting

• Conduct research on communication trends and best practices.
• Compile social media analytics and engagement reports.

7. Crisis Communication Support

• Assist in monitoring online discussions related to Amref South Sudan.
• Support the Communications Officer in drafting responses to reputation risks.

8. Administrative Support

• Maintain communication files and archives.
• Support in procurement and inventory of communication materials.

Qualifications :

Education and Knowledge:

• Bachelors degree (or final-year student) in Communications Journalism Public Relations or a related field.

Experience:

• Prior experience in communications social media management or content creation is an advantage.
• Familiarity with digital communication tools and graphic design software (e.g. Canva Adobe Suite) is desirable.

Skills:

• Strong writing editing and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency in social media management.
• Basic photography and videography skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

5.4 Competencies:

• Proactive and eager to learn.
• Creative with attention to detail.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.

Languages

English

Arabic (Reading and writing is an added advantage)

Compensation

• A modest stipend may be provided based on availability of funds.

Application Process

Your application should include a cover letter detailing why you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and experience. Closing date will be November 28th 2025.

Duly note that Amref Health Africa does not require applicants to pay any money at whatever stage of the recruitment and selection process and has not retained any agent in connection with recruitment. Although Amref may use different job boards from time to time to further spread its reach for applicants all open vacancies are published on our website under the Vacancies page and on our official social media pages. Kindly also note that official emails from Amref Health Africa will arrive from an @ address.

Amref Health Africa is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Amref Health Africa is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

Additional Information :

This is a challenging opportunity for south Sudanese candidates with a dedicated and highly motivated professional. If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring lasting health change in Africa please send your CV and application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees addressed to the Human Resources Strictly  through this Link   closing date for submitting applications is September  26 2025.  We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Amref Health Africa does not require applicants to pay any money at whatever stage of the recruitment and selection process and has not retained any agent in connection with recruitment. Although Amref may use different job boards from time to time to further spread its reach for applicants all open vacancies are published on our website under the Vacancies page and on our official social media pages. Kindly also note that official emails from Amref Health Africa will arrive from an @ address.

Amref Health Africa is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Amref Health Africa is is dedicated to diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer with a non-smoking environment policy.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time