Communications Graduate Intern

About ActionAid Zimbabwe

ActionAid Zimbabwe (AAZ) is a locally registered Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) that collaborates with various stakeholders to support sustainable development, amplify the voices of marginalized communities, and challenge systemic inequalities. Since its establishment in 2003, AAZ has been dedicated to addressing the root causes of poverty and social injustice while promoting gender equality. The organization upholds strong child protection policies and measures against sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse. AAZ also adopts an intersectional feminist approach to safeguarding, acknowledging the interconnectedness of various forms of abuse and oppression that impact vulnerable groups. Globally, ActionAid operates in over 40 countries.

AAZ seeks to recruit for the following Internship position for a fixed 9 months period – April – December 2025:

Communications Graduate Intern-Harare

The position serves to assist the Communications and Campaigns Officer in further developing effective information exchange and communication, collect and disseminate documentation about programme results and impact in relation to objectives set in Global AAI strategies, AAZ country programme strategy and AAZ Communications Strategy.

Requirements

• The candidate should be a recent graduate with a degree in Journalism and Media Studies or related discipline from a recognized institute.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with AAZ target groups i.e. people living in poverty and marginalized groups at community and national levels.
• Capacity to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.
• A flair for writing and finding the good stories.
• Interpersonal communication skills and proven skills in teamwork.
• Be good at planning and organizing and ability to work under pressure.