Opportunity: Marketing & Communications Intern at Gcwalisa – Drive Social Impact Through Creative Marketing

Gcwalisa is redefining township retail by making everyday essentials more affordable, reducing plastic waste, and creating employment opportunities within communities.

Job Title: Marketing & Communications Intern
Job Location: Johannesburg
Closing Date: 27 June 2026
Contract: Internship (Duration TBC)

The organization is seeking a passionate and purpose-driven Marketing & Communications Intern to help tell their impactful story and support their community-focused initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Management

Develop weekly content calendars
Manage Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok accounts
Schedule posts and respond to messages/comments
Monitor engagement metrics

Content Creation

Produce reels, TikToks, customer interviews, operator spotlights, and product photography

Community Storytelling

Visit stores regularly to capture stories of customers, operators, community impact, product launches, and special campaigns

Graphic Design

Design posters, flyers, WhatsApp graphics, banners, price lists, in-store signage, presentation visuals, and pitch decks

Website & Digital Content

Update website content, publish blog articles, upload products, improve SEO, and monitor analytics

Email Marketing

Assist with monthly newsletters, partner updates, campaign emails, and impact stories

Campaign Management

Support campaigns for store openings, product launches, environmental awareness, and special months/events including Women’s Month, Heritage Month, Mandela Day, and Christmas campaigns

Marketing Analytics

Track and report social media growth, engagement, reach, website traffic, campaign performance, and customer feedback; provide monthly reports with recommendations

Desired Skills & Qualifications

Skills:

Strong writing and communication skills
Photography, videography, and video editing abilities
Graphic design skills (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite advantageous)
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Qualifications:

Studying or recently completed studies in Marketing, Communications, Digital Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies, or Graphic Design

Application Process

Gcwalisa values inclusivity and recognizes the challenges faced by job seekers. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit:

CV
A short motivation letter
Academic transcript (if applicable)
Portfolio of work
Gcwalisa Marketing Challenge (optional but preferred)

Candidates are encouraged to learn about Gcwalisa, then prepare a maximum 5-page PDF addressing:

Who is Gcwalisa and what problem are they solving?
Evaluation of current marketing efforts, strengths, and areas for improvement
First three actions to enhance marketing if hired tomorrow
A creative marketing campaign concept for Gcwalisa
An example of creativity (social media post, poster, Reel storyboard, short video, etc.)

Note: Submitting the Marketing Challenge provides priority consideration and demonstrates creativity, initiative, and strategic thinking. All work submitted remains confidential and will only be used for recruitment purposes.