Marketing Communications Intern

Addis Ababa - Ethiopia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Marketing Communications Intern will be responsible for:

Communication and Visibility:

Support the development of project visibility materials including briefs fact sheets banners posters and newsletters.
Assist in preparing human-interest stories success stories and photo essays from project sites.
Help maintain SNV and FHF branding standards across all communication outputs.
Contribute to managing project updates on SNVs website and social media channels in collaboration with the communications team.
Assist in documenting major project events workshops and learning forums.

Knowledge Management and Documentation

Support compilation of project data photos and field reports for periodic updates and reports.
Assist in organizing project files photo libraries and digital documentation repositories.
Help prepare presentation materials and briefing notes for internal and external meetings.
Work with the MEL team to produce simplified communication materials from key learning and research findings.

Event and Coordination Support

Support the coordination of workshops community events and media visits and documenting meeting proceedings
Assist in developing communication plans and checklists for public campaigns such as Global Handwashing Day World Toilet Day and Clean Face Week
Liaise with local media and communication partners for coverage of project activities.

Administrative and Logistical Support

Provide logistical and documentation support for field missions photo shoots and training events.
Maintain communication activity records and ensure regular updates to the communication tracker.

Learning Opportunities

Gain hands-on experience in development communication and project visibility within a WASH and health context.
Develop skills in storytelling digital communication and documentation.
Learn to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural project environment.
Receive mentorship from communication and behaviour change experts.

Qualifications :

Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in Communication Journalism Public Relations Development Studies or related field.
Recent graduate (within the last two years). Some exposure to WASH or Public fields is a plus.
Basic knowledge of development communication social media management and photography/videography.

Additional Technical Skills:

Good writing editing and translation skills (English and Local language of the project implementation area preferred).
Strong computer skills including MS Office and basic graphic design tools (e.g. Canva Adobe Express).
Motivated to learn and contribute to communication in development projects.
Familiarity with blogging and active engagement on social media platforms such as Facebook Instagram or LinkedIn.
A proactive and enthusiastic attitude with the ability to work well in a team environment.
High attention to detail especially in writing and editing.
Good organizational and time management skills; able to prioritize tasks effectively.
Willingness to learn adaptable and dependable with a strong sense of responsibility.
Comfortable working in a diverse and inclusive team setting.
Willingness to travel in the project Weredas.

Additional Information :

Additional Information

Contract Type: Internship

Expected start date: January 1 2026.

Duty Station: Addis Ababa

Contract Duration: For one year with the possibility of extension.

How to Apply
If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and a letter of motivation before/on the 24th of November 2025. Please submit your application only via Smart Recruiters. All information will be in the strictest confidence.
If we see that your experience and skills match the requirements of the position we will contact you to advise you of the next steps in the recruitment process.

SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Working at SNV
SNV offers a challenging work environment opportunities to lead and innovate and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to an internal and global network of experts.

Vetting
SNV carries out rigorous background and reference checks concerning possible safeguarding incidents for all candidates applying for International determined positions. As SNV participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme all reference checks include a request to past employers to fill in a questionnaire regarding Misconduct (sexual exploitation sexual abuse or sexual harassment) the Statement of Conduct. This Statement of Conduct adopts the definitions used in the Scheme.

SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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The Marketing Communications Intern will be responsible for:Communication and Visibility:Support the development of project visibility materials including briefs fact sheets banners posters and newsletters.Assist in preparing human-interest stories success stories and photo essays from project sites...