Communications & Events Coordination Intern at AmCham Tanzania

Organization: AmCham Tanzania (American Chamber of Commerce Tanzania)
Department: Communications & Events
Duty Station: Tanzania (specific city not provided)
Duration: 12 months
Position Type: Internship

Job Purpose

The Communications & Events Coordination Intern will support AmCham Tanzania's communications and events activities. The role will provide practical experience in content development, digital communications, event planning, stakeholder coordination, event logistics, documentation, and reporting while contributing to the organization's visibility and engagement activities.

Key Responsibilities

Communications & Content Development

• Assist in developing clear, accurate, and engaging communication materials.
• Support preparation of social media posts, newsletters, announcements, briefs, presentations, reports, and other communication materials.
• Assist in maintaining content calendars and communication schedules.
• Support collection of stories, updates, photographs, and other content from organizational activities.
• Assist with proofreading and editing communication materials.
• Ensure communications materials are professionally presented and aligned with organizational branding.
• Maintain an organized digital archive of communications materials, photographs, publications, and other content.
• Support updates to relevant digital communication platforms.
• Monitor relevant media and digital channels and share pertinent information with the supervisor.

Social Media & Digital Communications

• Assist in preparing and scheduling approved social media content.
• Support monitoring of engagement and basic social media performance.
• Assist in maintaining consistent organizational messaging across digital platforms.
• Support development of visual and written content for campaigns and organizational activities.
• Maintain records of published communications and digital content.

Events Coordination

• Support planning and coordination of meetings, workshops, seminars, conferences, networking events, and other organizational activities.
• Assist in preparing event schedules, agendas, invitations, registration forms, participant lists, and event materials.
• Support venue, catering, equipment, transport, accommodation, and other logistical arrangements.
• Coordinate with suppliers and service providers as directed.
• Assist with participant registration and attendance management.
• Support communication with speakers, partners, participants, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare event materials including name badges, programmes, information packs, signage, and presentation materials.
• Provide on-site logistical and coordination support during events.
• Assist with post-event follow-up and documentation.

Event Documentation & Reporting

• Assist with documenting meetings and events through photographs, notes, attendance records, and other approved methods.
• Support collection of participant feedback and event evaluation information.
• Assist with preparation of event reports and activity summaries.
• Track event deliverables, deadlines, and action points.
• Maintain organized event files and supporting documentation.
• Document lessons learned and relevant follow-up actions.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Events Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Recent graduate or currently pursuing a relevant qualification.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills; knowledge of Kiswahili is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with social media and digital communication platforms.
• Basic knowledge of graphic design or content creation tools is an added advantage.
• Experience with event coordination, volunteering, student leadership, or similar activities is an advantage.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong event coordination and organizational abilities.
• Good writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Creativity and ability to develop engaging content.
• Professional stakeholder engagement skills.
• Initiative and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and as part of a team.

HOW TO APPLY

• Interested and qualified candidates should submit:
  • An updated CV
  • A brief cover letter clearly indicating the internship position being applied for
• Applications should be submitted electronically to: Email: [email protected]
• Application Timeline: Opens 1st October 2026; Deadline 22nd October 2026
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.