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Communication and Digital Marketing Internship at an NGO in South Africa

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Project Summary

What is the Communications and Digital Marketing Internship in South Africa all about?

Develop your CV/Resume and help raise awareness about greening and reforestation projects by taking a Communications and Digital Marketing Internship at an NGO in South Africa. The social enterprise is dedicated to urban greening, reforestation, and eco-education in Sub-Saharan Africa through planting trees, fighting deforestation, spreading environmental awareness, and inspiring a green movement. This award winning NGO runs initiatives that are centred around community participation.

The project has the need to emphasize on large audiences with its message and communicate with donors, stakeholders and beneficiaries. This is vital to the growth of the projects and participates in environmental awareness in the communities. The aim is to create a large awareness platform and encourage as many people as possible to get activity involved and become more green. The internship offers those with experience in and awareness of social media platforms the opportunity to participate in growing the online presence of a grassroots environmental NGO in South Africa.


Why choose this Communications and Digital Marketing Internship project?

If you are a whizz at social media, enjoy writing, and love digital marketing, this internship could be the perfect placement for you!  Your skills could help a grassroots conservation NGO in Cape town to promote their work and even raise funds.  If you are studying communications and digital marketing, then this internship will give you practical experience making your CV/resume stand out from others when applying for jobs / university.


The role of the Communications and Digital Marketing Intern

During your internship you will work alongside specialists. You will learn about or be involved in some of the following:

  • Gain valuable work experience in digital marketing, from working on the social media marketing strategy, improving the content of social media sites and keeping them updated
  • Communications and community management through PR and copywriting activities such as press releases, newsletters, blogs etc.
  • Research and approach media channels to promote the NGO and its values and assist with online fundraising.
  • Improve your writing skills by writing blogs and social media posts
  • Participate in some of the urban greening and reforestation projects when and as needed
  • Developing educational materials about greening and reforestation

All the activities are variable and dependant on project needs and the technical level of interns but offer a great opportunity for you to develop your skills and experience in the communications and digital marketing field. You will be supported by the internship coordinator and a project member during your internship. You will attend weekly review sessions and you will be able to pose any questions and review your progress.

To read more about the nursery days that run each month read our blog.


What skills do I need to be a Communications and Digital Marketing Intern in South Africa?

Interns should have some experience in communications with good writing skills and an interest and knowledge in marketing. Experience in social media platforms is necessary to ensure that you get the most out of this placement. An interest in environmental issues would also be useful as the NGO focuses on this and will be the basis of much of the articles and platforms on which you will be working. You must be well organised and able to meet deadlines.

Interns are asked to bring a laptop with them, if this is possible.

A full CV/resume will be requested upon application to assess your suitability for the programme. Documentation will be required to support your application including a letter of motivation. You will be asked of a telephone interview as there is a selection process for this exciting placement.

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WHY JOIN THE PROJECT

Because you want your CV/resume stand out from the crowd

To support an NGO with efforts to generate more interest in their work

To gain valuable work experience to support your studies

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PROJECT TESTIMONIALS

Frances’ South Africa Experience
Frances said she enjoyed most the practical, hands on elements such as Nursery Day and Plant Day. She said it was really nice to see personally how the organisation affects the community and how it works on the ground! ...
Frances B.
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Gwen’s South Africa Experience
Being an intern in the Partnerships and Communications department was truly a fantastic experience. I really enjoyed being part of such a supportive, talented, passionate team. ...
Gwen P.
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The Location

Where will I work in Cape Town?

Staying in Cape Town means that you will have access to all that this interesting and diverse city has to offer. Activities range from wine tasting, skydiving, safaris and shark cage diving to lazing on the beaches, walking around museums and the historic town to relaxing in trendy neighbourhoods. A must is a visit to the world famous Table Mountain, which offers an incredible view of the city and its surroundings.

 

Details & Costs

  • Duration: 8-24 weeks
  • Cost: starting at £2158 / $3369 for 8 weeks
  • Requirements: age 18+
  • Location: Cape Town, South Africa
  • Project activities: writing blogs, updating social media sites, PR and copywriting, market research participating in environmental activities preparing educational materials
  • Working hours: varied depending on the project needs but you will be asked to assist with weekend fundraising or promotional activities
  • Project availability: All year round, except 2 weeks at Christmas
  • Arrival day: Every 1st or 3rd Monday of the month

 

What is included

  • Accommodation: Dorm accommodation in a volunteer house, fully equipped kitchen and 2 bathrooms
  • Scheduled airport pick up and drop off from Cape Town International Airport
  • Training: Pre-departure information pack, on-site orientation and project induction provided
  • Support: 24 hour support from on-site coordinator
  • Wifi
  • Free water bottle
  • Assistance with planning your weekend excursions from local staff
  • Learning Reflection Document
  • Certificate on completion of Internship
  • Supervision from qualified professional

 

What is not included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Visas
  • Food and drinks (but plenty of options available locally)
  • Police/Government Background Check; US and UK citizens will be processed through Kaya (admin fee applies) all other nationalities must provide local police check.
  • Any costs for COVID-19 PCR tests required pre-departure and in-country
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Easy 4-step application process

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Click here to apply online and pay your application fee to apply for your space on your chosen project. Our advisors will then contact you to guide you through the next steps.

TELEPHONE INTERVIEW

Once we’ve received your application, we’ll review your details and be in touch to arrange your informal telephone interview with your Kaya Placement Advisor.

CONFIRMATION

Following your interview, we will provide you a placement offer. Once you are ready to confirm your placement and dates, you can pay your confirmation fee to book and secure your space.

GET PREPARED

When you have confirmed your project dates we'll send you your Welcome Pack and lots of other helpful information to assist you with preparing for your placement.

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