Reporting To:  Communications Coordinator 

General Position Summary


Swisscontact Kenya is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Communications Intern to support our storytelling, content development, digital engagement and overall communication strategy efforts. This internship will offer hands-on experience within a dynamic project environment. 


Key Responsibilities

Content Collection, Storytelling & Writing Support 


Conduct interviews with beneficiaries, partners, and project staff to capture compelling, human-centered stories that highlight the project’s impact. 
Gather and curate visual and written content from field visits, events, meetings, and project activities for use across internal and external platforms. 
Take basic photographs and short video clips to support storytelling and contribute to a well-organized content library. 
Assist in drafting high-quality communication materials, including blogs, interviews, case studies, testimonials, event summaries, PPTs, and reports. 
Capture and synthesize key takeaways and lessons learned from meetings and events for broad dissemination. 


Digital & Social Media Campaigns


Develop engaging, audience-specific content for social media and online platforms including reels, stories, carousels, stills, testimonials, video snippets. 
Source beneficiary stories into compelling narratives suited for different formats and audiences. 
Stay current with social media trends and storytelling styles to keep content timely, relatable, and high impact within various audiences. 


Media Monitoring & Research


Monitor media coverage and compile reports to assess Swisscontact’s visibility and engagement. 
Conduct research on relevant policies, events, stakeholders, and industry communication best practices aligned with the organization’s objectives. 


Event Communications Support


Support the planning and coordination of events, including communications logistics, branding materials, and post-event documentation. 


Support with any other additional responsibilities 

Qualifications 

Education & Experience 


A bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations, or a related discipline. 
1–3 years of experience in communications, digital media, or content development (internships, freelance work, or volunteer experience included). 


Skills & Attributes 

Required 


Excellent writing and editing skills across a variety of formats (social media, blogs, testimonials, presentations). 
Creative visual storytelling skills with a strong eye for design and layout. 
Video editing skills (e.g., CapCut, InShot, etc). 
Proficiency in Canva (or similar tools) for designing graphics, infographics, and social media visuals. 
Photography and videography skills including smartphone video capture skills. 
Familiarity with managing or supporting organizational social media accounts. 
Strong interpersonal and communication skills 
Organized, confident and detail-orient   


This role offers the potential for growth into a Communications Assistant position by January 2026, contingent on performance.