Marketing and communications intern

OVERVIEWPHUKIRA Mental Health Organization is a registered Malawian mental health organisation working towards a Malawi where everyone has access to quality mental health, psychosocial support and recovery services that promote resilience, well-being and productivity.PHUKIRA invites applications from creative, motivated and mission-driven students and recent graduates for the position of Marketing and Communications Intern.The successful candidates will support the organisation's marketing, communications, branding, publicity, mental health awareness campaigns and community engagement activities.JOB TYPE: InternshipDATE POSTED: Wednesday, 4th November, 2026APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, 13th November, 2026DUTY STATION: Blantyre / RemotePOSITION: MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS INTERNAREAS OF INTERNSHIP ENGAGEMENTSuccessful interns will gain practical experience in the following areas:Social Media and Content Creation.Brand Development and Graphic Design.Media Relations and Publicity.Demand Creation, Campaigns and Events.DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIESUnder the guidance of the PHUKIRA team, interns will:1. Social Media and Content CreationCreate and schedule engaging content for social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Facebook and X.Support mental health awareness campaigns and anti-stigma activities.Draft posters, flyers, newsletters, press releases and stories of impact.Monitor social media engagement and prepare monthly reports.Maintain content calendars and organised libraries of approved communication materials.2. Branding and CommunicationsMaintain consistent use of the organisation's logo, tone and visual identity.Support partner and donor communications.Gather audience feedback to improve communication strategies.3. Media Relations and PublicitySupport relationships with radio, television, print and online media.Assist with publicity and communication activities for the organisation's programmes.4. Campaigns, Events and Community EngagementSupport communications for community, workplace, school and digital mental health activities.Document events, training sessions and outreach activities through photographs, videos and written reports, while respecting confidentiality.Participate in campaigns, workshops, training sessions and community activities.