The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We foster friendly knowledge and understanding between the people of the UK and other countries by making a positive contribution to the UK and the countries we work with, changing lives by creating opportunities, building connections, and engendering trust.
We work with over 100 countries in arts and culture, English language, education, and civil society. Each year, we reach over 20 million people face-to-face and more than 500 million people online, via broadcasts and publications. Founded in 1934, we are a UK charity governed by Royal Charter and a UK public body.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Marketing & Communications Intern
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Internship Contract
Duration: 1 year
Job Summary
Cultural Engagement is made up of three pillars: Arts, Education, and English Programmes. These programme areas are implemented across several counties in Sub-Saharan Africa, with Nigeria being one of the key markets. We are recruiting highly motivated interns for our Lagos office, offering an opportunity to contribute to the British Council's mission in Cultural Engagement in Nigeria.
As an intern, you are encouraged to bring new perspectives and innovative ideas to our work while improving your skills in a diverse and stimulating environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Monitor, upload content, and manage basic enquiries across social media platforms.
- Develop creative and engaging social media and content strategies.
- Develop tools and methods for collecting data, such as surveys, opinion polls, or questionnaires.
- Provide support with the planning and hosting of marketing events.
- Collect and analyze data to identify consumer trends.
- Research emerging marketing strategies, evaluate consumer opinions, and propose actionable adjustments to current strategies.
- Work with the Marketing Manager for the planning and promotion of content.
- Support campaign management and optimization across multiple channels.
- Assist with email management and optimization.
- Recommend improvements to increase performance on the British Council Nigeria website.
- Perform any other tasks reasonably requested by the Marketing Manager or a senior member of the marketing team.
Learning and Development Opportunities for the Intern
- General understanding of the work and mission of the British Council and how it contributes to the development of Nigeria.
- Insight and hands-on experience in planning and implementing digital campaigns for Arts, Education, and English Programmes.
- Gain useful office experience and the opportunity to contribute to marketing campaigns.
- Mentorship and coaching.
Profile of Intern
Essential
- Maximum of 3 years post-NYSC in any field of study.
- Recent graduate (within the last 4 years) with excellent organisational skills and the ability to multitask.
- Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and a professional drive.
- Interest in various marketing techniques, including digital and social media marketing.
- Experience with content creation is a plus.
- Familiarity with social media strategies and platforms.
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Desirable
- Knowledge of social media trends and social networking tools.
- Experience creating web content, such as blogging or video blogging, is an added advantage.
Management and Support for the Role
The intern will report to the Regional Marketing Officer, CE Marketing, and work closely with other members of the Cultural Engagement Marketing team.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidate should click here to apply
Conclusion
Joining the British Council as a Marketing & Communications Intern in Lagos offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cultural engagement and digital marketing. This role not only allows you to contribute to impactful projects across Arts, Education, and English Programmes but also provides a platform for personal and professional growth.
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