Communications Assistant-Graduate Intern

Reports to: Communications Lead

Location: Nairobi

Contract Type: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

1. Background

Grassroots nest for Innovations and Change (GRiC) is a fast-growing locally led non-profit organization that partners with grassroots organizations to create a network of agencies and stakeholders that promotes quality education for children and youth, in marginalized communities in East Africa. We work in partnership with community-based organizations (CBOs) to support community-led innovations. By investing in grassroots systems and in community-led initiatives, we expect that all children, both girls and boys we serve, will grow holistically, access quality education, and thrive in a fast-changing world. By building systems at the community level, we channel resources to the grassroots where they are most needed, and the gains made will be sustained once external support ends.

3. Key Responsibilities

A. Content Creation and Documentation

• Support in drafting, editing, and packaging communication materials, including success stories, case studies, newsletters, briefs, and social media content.

• Support field teams to regularly collect high quality photos, videos, quotes, and stories of change.

• Maintain an organized repository of communication products (photos, videos, testimonies, reports).

• Support documentation of key events, trainings, and community activities.

B. Digital Communication and Social Media Management

• Take a lead in regularly updating and managing GRiC’s social media pages.

• Draft and schedule posts using approved content calendars.

• Track social media analytics and prepare monthly engagement reports.

• Support website updates and ensure content is accurate, appealing, and accessible.

C. Internal Communication Support

• Develop internal communication templates.

• Support the development and dissemination of internal updates, bulletins, and staff communication tools.

• Assist in collecting information from programme teams to feed into communication outputs.

• Support internal knowledge sharing by ensuring materials are well filed, named, and accessible.

D. Branding and Visibility

• Assist in maintaining consistent use of GRiC branding across platforms and communication products.

• Support production of branded materials to enhance visibility and brand consistency.

• Ensure CBO partners use approved branding guidelines in their materials.

E. Support to Partner CBOs

• Assist in training CBO staff on basic communication, storytelling, and documentation skills (under the consultant’s guidance).

• Support CBOs to generate sample communication products or content that showcases their work.

F. Administrative and Coordination Support

• Assist in organizing communication-related activities, workshops, and interviews.

• Maintain communication calendars and follow up on deadlines for content submissions.

• Support procurement of communication services (designers, printers, videographers).

• Prepare and provide regular progress updates.

4. Deliverables / Expected Outputs

• Monthly social media content calendar and analytics reports.

• At least two stories of change per month or other documentation outputs.

• Updated and well-organized communication asset library.

• Regular updates to GRiC’s website (content edits, new posts).

• Support provided to CBO partners during communication capacity strengthening activities.

• Timely delivery of communication products (drafts, posts, visuals, reports).

5. Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations, Development Studies, or a related field.

• 1–3 years of experience in communications, content creation, media, or NGO work.

• Strong writing and editing skills in English.

• Basic photography and videography skills.

• Experience managing social media pages for an organization.

• Basic design skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe Express, or related tools).

• Ability to collect information and translate it into compelling stories.

• Strong organizational and teamwork skills.

• Familiarity with community-based or social development work is an added advantage.

6. Competencies

• Good team player with keen attention to detail.

• Creativity and initiative.

• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

• Openness to learning.

• Commitment to GRiC’s values and mission.

7. How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• A cover letter expressing interest and suitability

• A CV (max 3 pages)

• Two samples of communication work (Success story, social media post, poster, or short video)

• Contact details of two referees

Applications should be sent to: info@gricafrica.org with the subject line “Communications Assistant – Graduate Intern” not later than 31st December 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. GRiC is an equal employer and does not discriminate or engage in activities that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, age, marital status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.