Trainee Program

Strategic Communication Management Trainee Program

The Aga Khan University

Nairobi

Overview

Posted 3 weeks ago
Experience: Some Exp. a Plus
Min. Education level: Bachelor's Degree
Specialism: Digital or Social Media / English/Literature / Graphic Design / Journalism & Communication / Sales or Marketing
Deadline: Friday, September 18, 2026

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Vacancy Description

Trainee Program
Nairobi
Posted 3 weeks ago
Applications have closed

The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is seeking a Management Trainee – Strategic Communication for their Aspire Future Leaders Programme, a fast-track twelve-month job rotation placement, which serves as a catalyst for career development.

Department: Strategic Communication Office

Objective: To create compelling written and visual content that brings the University’s people, mission and impact to life across channels while developing strategic storytelling and content leadership capabilities through rotations, mentorship and project work.

The programme serves as a strategic talent pipeline, aimed at nurturing future leaders by immersing participants in meaningful, real-world work and cross-functional learning experiences

The components of the programme have been weaved together such that our trainees emerge with valuable insights, the ‘know-how’ to deliver, and confidence to make meaningful decisions pertaining to their future careers.

The programme includes global exposure, mentorship, leadership networking opportunities and customized learning and development opportunities.

We invite applicants from Kenya to join this exciting program, offering a clear career pathway for growth and development.

Responsibilities

Written storytelling – Research, interview, draft articles for newsletters and social media
Visual content creation- Design graphics, social media tiles and infographics on Canva, capture and edit photographs and short form videos as per the visual brand guideline.
Multi-channel storytelling – Adapt and package stories for web, social media, email and print by applying basic SEO and accessibility practices
Content planning and campaign support – Contribute ideas to the editorial calendar, support the conceptualization and execution of storytelling campaigns
Stakeholder engagement – Build relationships across departments to identify authentic stories; conduct interviews; secure necessary consents and permissions; respect privacy and sensitivities.
Learning and leadership development; – Participate in structured rotations, mentorship and training; take ownership of at least one end-to-end storytelling project; present learnings; progressively build strategic storytelling capability.
Administrative support- Provide administrative support to the Storytelling Lead and team in instances where procurement of outsourced services or items is required.

Requirements

Master’s or bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Media/Mass Communication, Marketing, English, Graphic Design, Digital Media or related discipline.
Excellent writing and storytelling skills;Visual design proficiency; familiarity with social media and CMS platforms;
Creativity; organization; collaboration; cultural sensitivity; ambition for strategic content leadership.
Applicants must be residing or have permission to work in the country of application

Relevant Experience

Maximum one year of relevant experience including internships, freelance, volunteer or academic project work.
Portfolio demonstrating written and visual work required.

We’re looking for graduates and young professionals known for their excellence—both academically and professionally. These individuals are committed, curious, and quick to adapt in a fast-changing world. They’re confident communicators, bold thinkers, and lifelong learners who invest their most valuable resource (time) into broadening their knowledge, skills, and experiences across both social and professional spheres.

Strategic Communication Management Trainee Program

The Aga Khan University

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