Communications Internship

ABOUT AMDA

The Africa Minigrid Developers Association (“AMDA” or the “Association”) is an industry association created by private sector minigrid developers and development partners interested in improving political and financial environments for minigrid companies in Africa. AMDA serves as the consolidated voice for minigrid developers in a bid to accelerate their pathway to scale and sustainability to support the achievement of universal access to sustainable, reliable, affordable, and modern energy in Africa. Our cardinal pillars are:

1. Member Services & Support: We support minigrid developers to become sustainable businesses with strong corporate governance.
2. Access to Capital: We enhance the capital raising capabilities of minigrid developers and facilitate dialogue with funders and investors to attract deeper pools of capital in the minigrid sector
3. Policy, Regulatory & Regional Coordination: We engage with policymakers, regulators and government stakeholders through effective communication, dialogue and advocacy campaigns to ensure an enabling environment for the sustainable development of minigrids at scale. Through our regional coordinators, we provide on-the-ground support to developers in the various regions (presently East Africa, Francophone Afrique, West Africa, and Southern Africa) we cover.
4. Research, Data & Standards: We serve as the reference point and source of reliable data& information on the private sector minigrids in Africa to support evidence-based decision making. We also work to standardize the sector to promote sustainable development of minigrids at scale.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Africa Minigrid Developers Association (AMDA) is seeking a Communications Intern to support their organization in communicating industry news and best practices to key stakeholder audience groups, as well as to boost the visibility and reputation of AMDA. The Communications Intern role will be based in Nairobi and will support in updating the website and social media content, drafting of blogs, and thought pieces, media outreach for getting AMDA’s work in the press, and event management among other duties.

WHAT YOU WILL MAKE HAPPEN

1. Content Development and Management:

• Create, curate, and manage engaging content for AMDA’s digital platforms, including social media, newsletters, reports, and presentations that reflect AMDA’s mission, activities, and impact.
• Draft, edit, and publish communications materials such as press releases, blog posts, and social media content to ensure alignment with organizational messaging and tone.
• Collaborate with program teams to gather and synthesize information into accessible and compelling content for diverse audiences.

2. Digital Communications and Social Media:

• Manage and grow AMDA’s social media presence across relevant platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, etc.), ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategy and goals.
• Develop and execute digital campaigns to raise awareness of AMDA’s programs, initiatives, and events.
• Track, analyze, and report on key metrics for social media and digital communications, suggesting improvements and new strategies to increase engagement, brand visibility, and community growth.

3. Community Engagement:

• Actively engage with online communities, responding to comments and messages, fostering discussions, and building strong relationships with followers.
• Develop strategies to build and nurture AMDA’s online community, encouraging dialogue around clean energy development and minigrid solutions.
• Work with partners, stakeholders, and followers to encourage active participation and collaboration on social media platforms.

4. Event Promotion and Online Outreach:

• Assist in promoting AMDA’s events through social media, email campaigns, and other digital channels, ensuring maximum reach and attendance.
• Support the coordination of virtual events, including creating promotional materials, managing registrations, and providing updates to online communities.

5. Internal Communications and Knowledge Sharing:

• Assist in ensuring the flow of internal communications, including updates, achievements, and program progress (social media KPIs)
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure that key messages and announcements are communicated effectively to both internal and external audiences.

WHAT YOU ALREADY HAVE

• Graduate in communications or related fields;
• Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premier Pro, After effects…), Canva, Buffer, SproutSocial, Metricool, Docusign, and/or other relevant design tools;
• Basic understanding of social media platforms and content creation for online engagement;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively collaborate within teams.

WHAT WOULD GIVE YOU ADDED ADVANTAGE

• Bi- or multi-lingual proficiency

WHY WORK WITH US

• AMDA is an international industry association supporting companies who are the front lines of expanding electricity access;
• AMDA is an international, growing team;
• AMDA works with decision makers across Africa, large corporations, development partners, and researchers to ensure that we achieve universal electricity access faster;
• Be part of an organization that is changing Africa’s future for the better.