Marcomms and Operations Internship Opportunity At British Council

August 3, 2023 Angie Blog, Jobs, World News, Zimbabwe 0

Marcomms and Operations Internship Opportunity At British Council

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Marcomms and Operations Internship Opportunity At British Council

The transformation has resulted in changes in skills requirements, roles, and numbers of roles required in the new operating model. The roles in the new operating model will be restricted to employees in the selection pool in the first instance. Selection for any jobs that remain unfilled following the agreed selection process will be conducted in line with the Global Recruitment policy.

Intern – Marcomms and Operations

Role Purpose

The internship is a professional development opportunity aimed at enabling a talented new entrant/recent joiner to the world of work build a strong start to their careers and contribute to our work in a mutually beneficial way. Priority will be given to individuals with albinism or from a marginalized background who meets the essential criteria.

The role will support planning and delivery of British Council Zimbabwe’s work in line with our strategic objectives. The role will serve to provide a highly motivated beginner/recent entrant to the workforce a learning experience that will help them build essential work skills in a dynamic organizational environment and cultivate a strong foundation for their professional life.

Duties And Responsibilities

The accountabilities focus on equipping the intern to grow knowledge, skills and confidence and deliver tangible results performing the following specific functions working with and learning from more experienced colleagues.

1. Support operations and existing projects delivery

Provide administrative support to existing projects, conduct customer surveys, develop stakeholder databases, support problem solving.

Marketing and Communications (Marcomms)

Lead on social media and digital, contribute to communication activities and documents, impact stories, awareness raising, assist in drafting reports etc

Operations/Corporate services

Assist colleagues Equaity Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) activities, on Safeguarding and support Environmental Framework Tool (EFT) monitoring and reporting.

Benefits Of The Internship

The responsibilities given will enable the intern gain the following:

Professional development

On the job coaching, mentoring, constructive challenge to become high-performing
Knowledge/skills in project management, operations, digital, customer engagement
Real workplace experience to help shape her/his way forward professionally
Professional networks, connections and contacts

Personal growth

Skill and confidence to work independently and as part of a team effectively
Capability to work to high standards,expectations and impact
Understanding of how an organisation works and how to function in it.

Requirements

Essential: The ideal candidate should:

Must be new/recent entrant to the workforce (within the past 2 years) with a Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Operations, Business administration, Computer Science or a related field
Ability to work well with diverse groups of people
Resourcefulness and attention to detail
Constructive and results-driven approach to work
Ability to organise, co-ordinate, handle multiple tasks
Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing strategies is an added advantage

Job Specific Skills

Ability to manage self, work independently and as part of a team
Strong written and verbal communication
Computer and Digital skills- using social media platforms, Word, excel, powerpoint
HIgh degree of professionalism and integrity,

Other Information

Duration: 12 months

Remuneration and benefits: Competitive

Contract Type – Locally Engaged

Location – Harare, Zimbabwe

Requirements – All applicants should have a pre-existing legal status to live and work in country of application. The British Council will not facilitate/sponsor visa applications and work permits.

Closing Date – 16 August 2023 (23:59 West Africa Time)

Note

This is a short-term intern position; intern roles are not a prelude to longer term employment with the organisation. If opportunities for further paid employment arise, these will be advertised and interns who apply will be considered against the same criteria as other applicants.

Necessary adjustments will be made for staff with disability where necessary.

Disability Confident Employer

The British Council holds a badge of recognition and a certificate which qualifies our organisation as a Disability Confident employer. This is one way we are trying to reflect our values and ensure all aspects of our work are open and inclusive for people with disabilities. We strongly welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates who meet the essential criteria within this group.

We are committed to policies and practices of equality, diversity and inclusion across everything we do. We will support all employees to make sure their behaviour is consistent with this commitment. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

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