Are you a recent graduate or an early-career professional looking to gain valuable experience in communications and partnerships? The British Council South Africa is offering an exciting Communications and Partnerships Internship for 2025! This 12-month internship provides a fantastic opportunity to develop essential skills in a dynamic and globally connected organisation.
About the British Council
The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. With a presence in over 100 countries and engagement with 650 million people annually, the organisation fosters peace and prosperity by building connections between individuals and institutions worldwide.
Internship Overview
- Role: Communications and Partnerships Intern
- Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
- Contract Duration: 12 months
- Remuneration: R9 411 per month
- Closing Date: 27 February 2025 (23:59 Central Africa Time/21:59 UK Time)
- Eligibility: Must have the right to live and work in South Africa
Role Purpose
The internship aims to equip a highly motivated recent graduate with the necessary skills and experience to support the British Council’s strategic objectives in South Africa. The intern will gain hands-on experience in communications, partnership development, and programme support.
Key Responsibilities
1. Communications
- Assist in developing social media strategies to enhance the British Council’s online presence.
- Support the creation of engaging digital content, including videos and visual assets.
- Learn how to track and report on content performance across various platforms.
- Contribute to a country-level communications plan to elevate the profiles of the Country Director and Leadership Team.
- Assist in writing impact stories, awareness-raising content, and reports.
📌 Learning Outcome: Gain insights into effective communication strategies to build an inclusive and coherent organisational culture while boosting external visibility.
2. Partnership Development
- Support the Business Development Manager and programme teams with research for stakeholder mapping.
- Develop and maintain stakeholder databases.
- Assist in identifying and building productive partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including the British High Commission and Department for Business and Trade.
📌 Learning Outcome: Understand how research-driven partnerships contribute to achieving strategic objectives and sustainable impact.
3. Programme Support
- Provide monitoring and evaluation administrative assistance.
- Assist in planning and promoting internal and external events.
- Collaborate with internal teams, partners, and stakeholders to ensure successful programme execution.
📌 Learning Outcome: Develop strong leadership, planning, and communication skills necessary for project management in a fast-paced environment.
Minimum Requirements
- Graduate in Marketing, Communications, Social Sciences, or a recent entrant to the workforce.
- Holds an equivalent qualification (Certificate/Diploma/Degree).
Role-Specific Knowledge & Experience
✅ Essential:
- Strong research, analytical, and report-writing skills.
- Understanding of marketing and communication principles.
- Passion for education, youth empowerment, and the creative industries.
- Commitment to learning and professional growth.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic digital literacy, including proficiency in social media platforms and Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
- Understanding of desk-based research.
- High level of professionalism and integrity.
✅ Desirable:
- Active participation on social media platforms or experience in digital engagement.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Commitment
The British Council is an equal opportunity employer and prioritises applications from historically disadvantaged backgrounds, marginalised communities, and persons living with disabilities.
The organisation is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all employees. All selected candidates will undergo thorough background checks, including qualification, reference, identity, and criminal record checks, in compliance with safeguarding policies.
Application Process
📝 Deadline: 27 February 2025
📧 Need assistance? Contact askhr@britishcouncil.org for support with your application.
🚀 Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to kickstart your career with the British Council South Africa! Apply now and become part of a globally connected and impactful organisation.