Communications Intern at the Management Sciences for Health (MSH)

The Management Sciences for Health (MSH), a global health nonprofit organization, uses proven approaches developed over 40 years to help leaders, health managers, and communities in developing nations build stronger health systems for greater health impact. We work to save lives by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. Since its founding in 1971, MSH has worked in over 150 countries with policy makers, health professionals, and health care consumers to improve the quality, availability and affordability of health services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Communications Intern

Job ID: 13-9524
Location: Abuja
Group/Office: HPG
Grade: N/A
Dept/Unit: GEN (General)
Project/Program: A512 - Nigeria CaTSS
Reports To: Director, Program Implementation

Overview

• The Communications Intern supports the operationalization of the CaTSS Strategic Communications plan by drafting contents for CaTSS communications products and managing CaTSS external communications. 
• The Communication Intern will also work to support the office of the Director, Program Implementation especially meeting the CaTSS reporting requirements.

Specific Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting messages from senior leadership
• Draft contents for CaTSS project target audiences
• Organize initiatives and plan events or press conferences
• Foster relationships with advocates and key persons
• Collaborate with marketing professionals to produce copies of communications products
• Drive the social media and targeted email campaigns

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of University Degree or equivalent with a minimum of 2.2 or credit for HND graduates within the last two years
• Communications specialist function
• Web design and content production is a plus
• Multiple social media platforms for campaigns or promotions
• Copywriting and editing
• Outstanding organizational and planning abilities
• Proficient command of English
• Understanding of project management principles
• Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office and desktop publishing suites
• Good attention to detail with ability to follow, apply, interpret, and explain instructions and/or guidelines
• Ability to multi tasks and remain calm under pressure
• Willingness to travel and work in the North West and North central parts of Nigeria
• Smart and highly motivated graduate willing to up-hold MSH values and contribute towards the achievement of organizational strategic and operational objectives/goals
• Interest in publishing and/or event planning
• Interest in global health issues
• Excellent research and writing skills

Application Closing Date
18th April, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online