2025 African World Heritage Fund Internship

Eligibility Criteria

Social media management:

• Familiarity with major social media platforms (Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn) and their best practices.
• Ability to create engaging content tailored for each platform and interact with followers to enhance community engagement.

 Content creation:

• Strong writing skills for creating compelling posts, articles, and updates.
• Proficiency in graphic design software such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), or equivalent.

 Website management:

• Basic knowledge of website content management systems such as WordPress.
• Understanding of search engine optimisation principles to enhance website visibility.
• Ability to update and optimise websites, improving user experience and content accessibility.

 Photo and video editing:

• Proficiency in photo editing and manipulation to improve and integrate images into designs.
• Experienced in video editing software such as Windows Video Editor, Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve.

 Communication skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Fluent in English and/or French. Working knowledge of other African Union languages (Arabic and Portuguese), is an added advantage.
• Ability to craft engaging narratives through thoughtful planning, scripting, and visual compositionAbility to articulate ideas clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.

 Research skills:

• Strong research abilities to gather information on heritage sites, conservation efforts, and relevant news.

 Analytical skills:

• Familiarity with social media analytics tools to assess engagement and performance metrics.
• Ability to analyse data and generate reports to inform strategies.

 Team collaboration:

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, contributing ideas and supporting colleagues.

 Time management:

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Preferred qualifications

 Educational background:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Heritage/Environmental Studies, or a related field.

 Experience:

• Previous experience (e.g. internship or volunteer) in social media management, communications, digital marketing or content creation is a plus.

 Additional Attributes

• Passion for heritage: A genuine interest in cultural heritage, conservation, and sustainability.
• Creativity: Innovative mindset with a willingness to experiment with new ideas and formats.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Cultural sensitivity: Understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures and perspectives.

Application Process

For inquiries or further information, please contact Ms. Veronica Maduna at 

Required Documents:

 Interested applicants must submit the following:

1. A detailed CV highlighting relevant expertise and experience.
2. A portfolio of past work (e.g.: examples of project deliverables, videos, sample of content created for social media/digital marketing, etc.).