SUMMARY: internship opportunity exists at the African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) based in Midrand (Johannesburg, South Africa).
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: February 28, 2021.
OPEN TO: applicants with a degree in Social Science, Communications, Public Relations or related field
In collaboration with the UNESCO Flemish Commission, the African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) is pleased to invite applications from suitably qualified candidates for its six months Internship programme.
The internship content is focused on Communication, Media Relations and Partnerships. The intern will be based in Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa; however, with the current status of the Coronavirus (COVID–19) pandemic, the internship will be carried out virtually until further notice.
African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) Flanders Internship Eligibility
- Applicants should have a degree in Social Science, Communications, Public Relations or related field.
- Knowledge in Corporate Social Responsibility and/or Business Ethics and/or Sustainability Labelling Systems and/or Stakeholder management and/or Company foundations is desired.
- Excellent communication skills in English. French would be a great advantage.
- Applicants should have finalized a Bachelor, Master or equivalent degree at a Flemish university or equivalent institution prior to commencing the assignment.
- Applicants who are fluent in at least one of the working languages of the office of assignment.
Responsibilities of the African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) Intern
The selected candidate will:
- Assist with promoting and increasing the visibility of AWHF through social media, the website and other communication mechanisms.
- Assist with writing of press releases, brochures, newsletters, fundraising proposals and concept notes.
- Assist with the research of donors from the corporate sector, trusts and foundations, diaspora and other avenues.
- Assist with other tasks as required.
How to Apply for African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) Flanders Internship
To apply, submit a letter of interest and CV by the closing deadline of February 28, 2021, to Ms Luyanda Sithole at luyandas3@dbsa.org and info@awhf.net.