COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

VACANCY FOR POSITION OF COMMUNICATIONS INTERN
Internal/External Advert

The Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR) is a non-governmental organisation which envisions societies that are peaceful, equal and free from violence. CSVR aims to understand and prevent violence, heal its effects and build sustainable peace at community, national and regional levels. We do this through collaboration with and learning from the lived and diverse experiences of
communities affected by violence and conflict to inform innovative interventions, generate knowledge, shape public discourse, influence policy, hold States accountable and promote gender equality, social cohesion and active citizenship.

CSVR seeks to appoint a Communications Intern to be based in its Johannesburg Office. The position will entail a one-year contract. The successful candidate will work as part of the CSVR’s Business Continuity Team.

Responsibilities:
1. Support the implementation of CSVR’s internal and external communications strategy.
2. Assist in maintaining relationships with media stakeholders.
3. Support programmes with their field communications projects and initiatives.
4. Ensure gender is mainstreamed across all Business Continuity Department strategies and activities.

Competency Profile:
1. Bachelor’s degree, diploma, certificate in Communications/Digital Marketing /Graphic design and website development or equivalent.
2. Must be a South African Citizen.
3. Must be between the ages of 18 and 34 years of age.
4. Preference will be given to individuals from a previously disadvantaged background.
5. Have never held a full-time position before (this is a First Job opportunity) and preferably have not participated on a learnership or internship before.
6. Live within 40 kms from CSVR offices, which is situated at 33 Hoofd Street, Braampark
7. Are not currently in fulltime studies and able to attend this internship full time.
8. Are willing to be subjected to a credit and criminal check or any industry specific checks required for your job role.

Requirements:
Please complete application form using the link below:
https://forms.office.com/r/qQ04bAJqLm

Please submit CV and names of two references, indicating the position you are applying for in the subject
line, to recruitment@csvr.org.za by COB Thursday, 18th of April 2024