Zimbabwe Health Interventions (ZHI)
DUE: 17 MAY 2024
Communications Graduate Intern
Location
Harare
Type Of Contract
Internship
Deadline
17/05/2024
About
Zimbabwe Health Interventions (ZHI) is a not-for-profit human development organisation which is registered as a Private Voluntary Organisation (PVO 17/22). ZHI’s mission is to develop and deliver innovative and sustainable high-impact, integrated health interventions to the communities we serve, while working with and strengthening existing institutions.
The Accelerated and Comprehensive HIV Care for Epidemic Control in Zimbabwe (ACCE) project’s objective is to complement the government of Zimbabwe (GOZ)’s efforts towards epidemic control by targeting testing to efficiently identify PLHIV, ensuring all newly diagnosed PLHIV are immediately linked to treatment, and all PLHIV on treatment have ready access to antiretroviral therapy (ART), are retained on treatment, and remain virally suppressed. The program is being implemented in 9 districts in Midlands (Gweru, Kwekwe, Mberengwa and Gokwe South) and in Manicaland (Makoni, Mutare, Chipinge, Mutasa and Buhera).
Basic Function
The intern will go through a structured one-year program to have an appreciation of all the key functions.
Job Description
Under mentorship, the intern will go through a comprehensive structured program to appreciate various communication functions which include but not limited to, Content creation, assisting in developing and editing communications materials, such as press releases, newsletters, blog posts, and social media content; Collaborate with team members to create compelling narratives that highlight the ACCE project and organization’s impact and mission; Social medial engagement, Support in managing social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube etc.);
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment; Eager and willing to learn; Computer skills (MS Office applications, databases, online collaboration platforms, email, and internet); Video and audio editing skills are preferred; Ability to travel to implementation districts a minimum of 50%.
Qualifications And Experience
Must have a bachelor’s degree in Media and Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a closely related discipline; Should have completed studies within the past two years; A minimum of one year experience of work-related learning in a media and communications field is an added advantage; Knowledge/understanding of HIV prevention, Care, and Treatment programming is a distinct advantage.
Application Procedures
Step 1: click here to complete the job application form.
Step 2: Submit your CV and application letter via email to recruitment@zhi.org.zw clearly indicating the position you are applying for on the subject of the email.
Statement
During the application process, ZHI will not charge any fee nor will it require any payment for an application to be considered. ZHI is an equal opportunity employer and employs personnel without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, language, citizenship, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical handicap or financial ability.
