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Communications Intern At Burn

Burn

Power / Energy full time Nairobi Posted 1 day ago

BURN designs, manufactures, and distributes aspirational fuel-efficient cooking products that save lives and forests in the developing world.BURN has revolutionized the global cookstove sector by proving the business case for selling a high quality, locally manufactured and unsubsidized cookstoves.Since 2013, BURN has sold 200,000+ high quality, locally manufactured and unsubsidized jikokoas â„¢ stoves in East Africa. These stoves have helped 1,000,000+ beneficiaries save $39 million in fuel expenditures and 626,221 tons of wood while reducing indoor air pollution by 65%. BURN currently sells ~10,000 stoves per month and intend to double sales by the end of 2017.About the role The Communications Intern will support the communications team in content creation, media engagement, and internal communications. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment while learning how to craft impactful stories and support brand visibility. Duties and Responsibilities Assist in drafting press releases, blog posts, and newsletters Support development of social media and website content Help write internal communications such as updates and announcements Conduct basic research to support content development Assist in building and maintaining media contact lists Support media monitoring and track coverage Help prepare media briefs and communication materials Support the communications team with ongoing projects and campaigns Assist with organizing communication materials and reports Collaborate with different teams to gather content and updates Skills and Experience Recent graduate in Communications, Journalism, PR, or a related field 0 – 1 years of experience in a communications role Strong writing and editing skills Good attention to detail and organization skills Interest in media, storytelling, and communications Basic knowledge of social media platforms and digital content Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines. Interest in sustainability, clean energy, or social impact Experience writing (school projects, blog, or internships is a plus)