Communications Intern at YouthRISE

YouthRISE is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, or any other protected status with respect to recruitment, hiring, upgrades, training, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment. This policy complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.

YouthRISE values people from diverse backgrounds, working to create an open atmosphere of trust, honesty and respect. Harassment or discrimination of any kind – including that involving race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disabilities, sexual, veteran status, or any other similarly protected status – is unacceptable. This principle applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, transfer, promotion, layoff, recall, termination and other terms and conditions of employment.

COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

Are you between the age of 18 - 35 and a tech-savvy, with skill in social Media, Web Designing, Video Editing, Photography, Graphic Design and Animation.

Youth Initiative for Drug Research, Information, Support and Education in Nigeria (YouthRISE), is a non-governmental organization that work to
improve the health and protect the human rights of vulnerable young people especially those who use drugs.

YouthRISE,Nigeria is currently recruiting for the positions of communication intern. This is for a period of one year. Interested candidates must meet the minimum requirements listed below and must be
ready to work with diverse population of people. Position is based in Abuja with possible frequent travels to project locations outside Abuja.

ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must be individuals between 18-35 years who:
Believe in political, social and economic development of Nigeria by Young People.
Support the empowerment and meaningful engagement of young people at the grassroots.
Demonstrate a track record of result-oriented leadership, interest in one or more social issues and community mobilizing.
Skilled in one or more of the following: Web Designing, Video Editing, social Media, Photography, Graphic Design and Animation
Passion for Volunteerism
Enjoy team work but can also work remotely and deliver results with minimal supervision.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with other team members to develop multi-media content, facilitate media trainings and organize community outreaches.

BENEFITS
Personalised Certificate from YouthRISE Nigeria upon the successful completion of term.
You would represent YouthRISE Nigeria in events.
You would be exposed to a formidable network of individuals and organization, which would be highly beneficial for personal advancement.
A monthly stipend

TO APPLY
To apply kindly submit a one-page cover letter and CV as a single attachment to email address; Nigeria@youthrise.org  Please note your full name and the position for which you are applying in the email subject line.
Candidate must be available for immediate employment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

DUE DATE: 20 January, 2017