Mukuru, a leading next-generation financial services platform for Africa’s emerging consumers, is seeking a Marketing Intern in Nairobi
About the role
This is not your typical internship. You will play a hands-on role in driving brand visibility, executing campaigns, and engaging communities directly.
You’ll work closely with the Country Manager and marketing teams to help position Mukuru as a trusted brand within key communities.
What you’ll be doing
Drive on-the-ground activations
- Plan and execute community-based campaigns and activation events
- Represent Mukuru at events, campuses, markets, and community gatherings
- Support customer onboarding during activations
- Track campaign performance and identify new opportunities
Manage social media presence
- Run and grow Mukuru Kenya’s social media platforms
- Create and manage a monthly content calendar
- Engage with customers through comments, messages, and community groups
- Monitor growth, engagement, and performance metrics
Create engaging content
- Design and produce social media content, videos, and campaign visuals
- Capture real customer stories and community moments
- Develop content for campaigns, promotions, and product education
- Maintain a content library aligned to brand standards
Generate market insights
- Track competitor activity and market trends
- Gather customer feedback during activations
- Share insights on target communities and opportunities
- Support reporting on campaign effectiveness and performance
Collaborate with marketing teams
- Coordinate with central marketing on campaigns and content
- Align local activity with broader brand strategy
- Share learnings and performance feedback regularly
What you need to succeed
Qualifications & experience
- Diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field
- Strong communication skills (English required; Swahili advantageous)
- Active interest or presence on social media platforms
- Basic design or content creation skills
What will make you stand out
- Creative thinker with strong storytelling ability
- Comfortable engaging people in community environments
- Self-driven, organised, and adaptable
- Passion for fintech, marketing, and community impact
What you’ll gain
This is a high-impact, hands-on internship where you’ll contribute directly to business growth.
- Real experience in marketing campaigns and events
- Ownership of live social media platforms
- Exposure to fintech and customer acquisition strategies
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- A portfolio of measurable, real-world results
Remuneration
- Monthly stipend of KES 25,000
I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!!
