Public Relations & Communications Intern at Insurance Institute of Kenya

The Insurance Institute of Kenya (IIK) is the premier professional body for insurance practitioners in Kenya.

Public Relations & Communications Intern 

We are seeking a dynamic and creative Public Relations & Communications Intern to support our communications team. The intern will assist in enhancing our brand visibility, managing public engagement, and executing communication strategies across various platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and editing content for social media, newsletters, and press releases
• Support management of social media platforms and audience engagement
• Help organize events, campaigns, and promotional activities
• Monitor media coverage and compile reports
• Assist in maintaining relationships with stakeholders and partners
• Conduct research on industry trends and communication strategies
• Provide general administrative support to the communications team

Requirements

• Experience min. 1 year in the field
• Strong knowledge of PR strategies & marketing tools
• Farmiliarity with canva, Affinity and Adobe tools
• Excellent communication and creative-writing skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic knowledge of social media platforms and digital tools
• Creativity and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Public speaking and presentation skills
• Storytelling and content creation
• Editing and proofreading , Media relations and press liaison
• Press release writing
• Crisis communication and reputation management
• Stakeholder engagement,
• Social media management (Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Instagram)
• Content strategy and planning
• Basic graphic design (e.g., Canva),
• Event planning and coordination
• Campaign planning and execution
• Project management
• Research and analytical skills,
• Networking and relationship building
• Negotiation and persuasion
• Team collaboration
• Emotional intelligence

What You Will Gain

• Practical experience in public relations and corporate communications
• Exposure to media relations and digital marketing
• Opportunity to build a professional portfolio
• Hands-on experience in event and campaign management

Apply for this vacancy

Deadline: Friday, June 19, 2026

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