(Paid) Communications Intern at Swisscontact Kenya

Job Description

About Swisscontact Kenya

Swisscontact Kenya serves as the regional office for the CESAF region and has been empowering youth for over two decades through entrepreneurship, financial inclusion, market-driven skills development, and sustainable development initiatives.

The organization implements programmes across Agribusiness, Eye Healthcare, Digital Skills, Green Skills, E-Mobility, and youth employment initiatives, including the PropelA programme.

Position Summary

The Communications Intern will support the communications team by producing high-quality visual and digital content for events, field visits, social media platforms, websites, presentations, and other communication materials. The role focuses on showcasing programme achievements, learning, and impact through compelling multimedia storytelling.

Essential Job Responsibilities 

Multimedia Content Production 

• Capture high-quality photos and videos during events, field visits, and programme activities. 
• Edit and produce multimedia content, including photographs, videos, reels, short-form clips, and other digital assets for social media, websites, presentations, and communications materials. 
• Work with project teams to identify content opportunities and showcase programme results, learning, and impact. 
• Support the development of visual stories, interviews, event highlights, and post-event recap content for internal and external audiences. 
• Maintain and organize digital content assets in line with organizational guidelines and standards. 

Additional Responsibilities 

• Support the country communications lead and any other Swisscontact Kenya activities as required 

Skills & Experience 

• A degree or diploma in Communications, Journalism, Digital Media, Film Production, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field. 
• Demonstrable skills in photography, videography, and multimedia content production. 
• Knowledge of camera operation and mobile photography/videography techniques. 
• Proficiency in content creation and editing tools such as Canva, Adobe Express, CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Microsoft Clipchamp, PowerPoint, or similar software. 
• Familiarity with social media platforms, digital content formats, and emerging content trends. 
• Ability to translate programme activities, results, and impact into engaging visual and digital content. 
• Graphic design skills and experience will be an added advantage. 

Key Competencies  

• Creativity and attention to detail. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Initiative and a proactive approach to work. 
• Good organizational and time-management skills. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively. 
• Adaptability and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment. 

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their Application documents, Portfolio or work samples. Email: ken.hr@swisscontact.org Email Subject: Communications Intern Application Deadline: 5th August 2026 at 6:00 PM (EAT).