Marketing Intern

Located on a beautiful farm outside of Bagamoyo, Tanzania, The Baobab Home's mission is to foster a nurturing environment for children and their families to thrive. We accomplish this through a range of projects including a children's home for orphaned and vulnerable children, a primary school and outreach work in the Bagamoyo community. Over the course of the past 8 years we have responded to the changing needs of the HIV/AIDS crisis by establishing a number of community programs to assist with basic needs such as food, school and housing.

Who you are and what we need

A bright and enthusiastic individual seeking to gain experience in the field of marketing through the lens of an international, grassroots charity. A passion for overseas development and a strong interest in Africa would be a distinct advantage. A confident communicator, you will use your creativity to develop a marketing plan and participate in fundraising activities in order to raise awareness of the organization, generate donations and recruit qualified volunteers. You will be providing valuable support to a small and very dynamic, international team.

Location

This position requires that you be on-the-ground here in Bagamoyo, Tanzania which is an historic town about an hour and a half from the city of Dar es Salaam. You may choose to live in town near the beach, or on location at the farm.

Responsibilities

• Update and maintain the tzkids.org website and blog
• Develop and maintain the Baobab Home's presence on Twitter, Facebook
• Maintain and grow the Baobab Home's photo/video library
• Assist with development of fundraising and communications materials
• Assist with creation and distribution of newsletters and promotional items
• Work on initiatives to grow the network of Baobab Home supporters
• Help to accurately maintain Baobab's donor database.
• Meet virtually with those on the marketing committee

Essential Qualifications

• Willingness to explore a new culture and translate that experience for an international audience
• Excellent communication skills, written, verbal and interpersonal
• Self-motivated, you will be given guidance, but expect to jump in and take initiative as well
• Willingness to learn basic Swahili
• Good administrative and basic computer skills (including Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel)
• Creativity and ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Good research and internet skills
• Excellent team player

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous marketing, fundraising or events experience
• Experience of web updating using a content management system
• Experience with graphic design and programs such as Adobe Photoshop
• Interest in international development, particularly Africa

Renumeration

This is a voluntary position and is unpaid. Volunteers must provide their own living and travel expenses, including entry visa fee ($50/$100 US, depending on your country) and residence permit application fee ($550). Baobab will provide some meals. In special circumstances, very basic accommodation at the farm can be negotiated.

Duration

We prefer a commitment of 6 months and you will be asked to work 5 days per week, 6 hours per day. From past internships we have found that a six month commitment is the minimum period of time to ensure that the post is beneficial to both the intern and the Baobab Home.

What we offer

• The chance to gain an insight into the running of a small, unique, international development charity.
• A gateway into another culture, through your work you will experience Tanzanian life and have the opportunity to build cross-cultural relationships.
• The opportunity to develop valuable marketing, fundraising and communications skills.
• A chance to truly help children and families living in poverty and affected by HIV/AIDS.
• References can be supplied on successful completion of the six month period.
• Great travel advice in for exploring Tanzania and a very friendly team!

How to apply

Please send your CV/Resume and cover letter expressing your interest by email to

info@tzkids.org

Please use the title Marketing Intern in the subject line header. Please state your availability in your cover letter