Communications Intern at Sankalp Africa Summit

About the Role:

• We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Communications Intern to join our team in preparing for the Sankalp Africa Summit 2025, scheduled for February 25th-26th, 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to work on Africa's leading impact entrepreneurship and investing summit, gaining valuable hands-on experience in event communications and management.
• The ideal candidate will have a passion for communications, event planning, and social media, with at least 3 months of prior experience. They must be confident, eager to learn, and capable of taking ownership of their work.

Key Responsibilities:

Social Media Management:

• Manage and schedule posts across platforms: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
• Assist in creating engaging content, including graphics, captions, and videos.
• Monitor and respond to comments/messages to boost audience engagement.
• Track analytics to measure performance and suggest improvements.

YouTube Content:

• Upload and manage videos on YouTube.
• Ensure videos are optimized for SEO and have professional descriptions, thumbnails, and tags.

Volunteer Coordination:

• Take the lead in managing volunteers for the summit, including recruitment, communication, and task delegation.
• Ensure volunteers are well-prepared and supported during the summit.

Event Research and Outreach:

• Compile and maintain a database of potential attendees, speakers, and partners.

Administrative Support:

• Assist in drafting communication materials, including emails, press releases, and newsletters.
• Support logistics, scheduling, and coordination for event-related activities.
• Collaborate with the communications and events team to ensure timely execution of tasks.

Key Qualifications:

• At least 3 months of experience in communications, marketing, or social media management.
• Strong knowledge of LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
• Proficiency in using social media management tools (e.g., Buffer, Hootsuite) and basic design tools (e.g., Canva).
• Excellent research skills with the ability to synthesize information and compile organized reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Self-motivated, confident, and proactive with a can-do attitude.
• Interest in entrepreneurship, impact investing, and event planning is a plus. What You'll Gain:
• Hands-on experience working on a large-scale, high-profile event.
• Exposure to a global network of entrepreneurs, investors, and changemakers.
• Skill-building in social media strategy, volunteer coordination, and event communications.
• Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause and make an impact in the Global South's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
• Note: This is a paid internship with a stipend offered. Details will be discussed during the interview.