West and Central African Research and Education Network (WACREN) is pleased to announce its 12-month internship program for young individuals. The organization is seeking a dynamic and creative person to join the Marketing and Communication Unit as a Communications Intern. This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented young professional to gain hands-on experience in strategic communications while contributing to the advancement of research and education across Africa.
As a the role holder, you will work closely with our marketing and communication team to create compelling visual and digital content, manage our online presence, and support high-impact initiatives that connect African researchers and educators to global opportunities.
Location: Accra & Remote
Key Functions
- Design visual assets including logos, infographics, flyers, brochures, and social media graphics for campaigns, events, and publications
- Capture, edit, and produce professional photos and video content for events, promotional materials, and digital storytelling
- Support the management of websites, including content updates, optimization, and analytics monitoring
- Assist in implementing digital marketing campaigns
- Contribute to the planning, coordination, and delivery of local and international events
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or HND holder. Qualification in graphic design, photography and video production suitable
- Demonstrated portfolio showcasing design and multimedia work
- Age: 18-30 years
Technical Skills Required
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Premiere Pro)
- Experience with Figma or similar design and prototyping tools
- Good writing and content creation skills for digital platforms
- Familiarity with social media analytics and content management systems
- Basic understanding of website management and digital analytics tools
Benefits:
- You will gain experience working with a Pan-African organization while getting exposed to international research and education network
- As an intern, you will be mentored by experienced industry professionals who have your growth at heart
- You will build valuable connections within and outside of the organization
- Compensation is available based of qualification and experience
- You will have access to a flexible work arrangement (Onsite and remote)
- Contract can potentially be renewed based on intern’s performance
How to Apply For The Internship Program At WACREN
Interested candidates should send the documents listed below to vacancy@wacren.net with the subject line “Communications Intern Application – [Your Full Name]”:
- Cover Letter (max 1 page) explaining your interest in the position and how your skills align with our needs
- Current CV/Resume
- Portfolio showcasing your design, multimedia, and content creation work (PDF or link to online portfolio)
Application Deadline: Friday, November 14, 2025 (Midnight)