Save the Children International has announced a new opportunity for an Advocacy & Communications Intern based in Kenya, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen advocacy, campaign visibility, and strategic communications across its country programmes.

The internship, based in Nairobi, is designed to support the organisation’s Head of Advocacy, Campaigns, Communications & Media in delivering impactful messaging that advances child rights, humanitarian response visibility, and public engagement initiatives.

The six-month contract offers emerging professionals an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in advocacy strategy, media engagement, storytelling, and digital communications within a leading global NGO.

Internship Aims to Strengthen Advocacy and Communications Impact

Save the Children International stated that the role is critical in enhancing the effectiveness of its advocacy and communications work, particularly in influencing policy discussions, strengthening stakeholder engagement, and amplifying the voices of vulnerable children affected by crises.

The Advocacy & Communications Intern will contribute to both strategic and operational communications functions, supporting humanitarian and development programming through research, content creation, and coordination activities.

The role is structured to provide exposure to multiple aspects of communications work, including:

Advocacy and policy research
Content development and storytelling
Digital media management
Campaign coordination
Event support and documentation
Administrative coordination within the advocacy unit

Core Responsibilities Across Advocacy and Communications Functions

The intern will play a supportive role in implementing advocacy campaigns and communications strategies aimed at increasing visibility and influence.

Under the supervision of the Head of Advocacy, the intern will be responsible for:

Advocacy Support

Conducting research on policy issues and advocacy trends
Supporting the development of briefs, fact sheets, and position papers
Assisting in stakeholder mapping and engagement tracking
Documenting advocacy activities and campaign outcomes

Content Development and Storytelling

Drafting blog posts, newsletters, press releases, and social media content
Supporting the collection of beneficiary stories and case studies
Ensuring all content aligns with organisational branding and messaging guidelines
Contributing to impact storytelling and narrative development

Digital Communications Support

Assisting in managing and updating social media platforms
Supporting the creation of engaging digital content
Monitoring audience engagement and suggesting improvements
Helping optimise reach and visibility across digital channels

Campaign and Event Support

Supporting planning and coordination of advocacy events, webinars, and workshops
Providing logistical and communications assistance during campaigns
Documenting events through notes, photography, and reports
Assisting in awareness-raising initiatives and public engagement activities

Research, Analysis and Reporting

Conducting background research to inform advocacy strategies
Analysing communication trends and audience insights
Supporting the preparation of reports and presentations
Contributing to knowledge products and internal documentation

Administrative and Coordination Support

Assisting with internal communication processes across teams
Maintaining organised records of advocacy materials and resources
Providing general administrative support to the communications unit

Skills, Competencies and Professional Attributes Required

Applicants for the internship are expected to demonstrate strong academic and professional potential in communications, advocacy, or development-related fields.

The ideal candidate profile includes:

A Bachelor’s degree in communications, governance, international development, community development, or related disciplines
At least two years of experience in communications within humanitarian or NGO contexts
Strong interest in advocacy, child rights, and social justice issues
Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills
Strong research and analytical capabilities
Ability to produce photography and multimedia content
High attention to detail and organisational skills
Capacity to work independently and collaboratively within teams

The organisation also emphasised the importance of values-driven behaviours, including accountability, ambition, collaboration, creativity, and integrity. Interns are expected to demonstrate professionalism and alignment with humanitarian principles in all aspects of their work.

Organisational Mission and Global Impact

Save the Children International operates in more than 100 countries with a global workforce of approximately 25,000 staff members dedicated to improving the lives of children affected by conflict, poverty, and inequality.

The organisation’s long-term mission focuses on three global breakthroughs:

Ensuring no child dies from preventable causes before their fifth birthday
Guaranteeing access to quality basic education for all children
Eliminating all forms of violence against children

Through advocacy, programming, and partnerships, Save the Children continues to influence policy frameworks and deliver humanitarian assistance aimed at protecting children’s rights worldwide.

Internship Duration and Application Details

The Advocacy & Communications Internship is offered on a six-month contract basis, reporting directly to the Head of Advocacy and Campaigns. The position is based in Nairobi and is part of the organisation’s broader communications and media function.

Applicants are encouraged to apply through the official Save the Children recruitment platform. The organisation has emphasised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted following the application review process.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as part of the organisation’s commitment to gender equality and inclusive hiring practices.

Save the Children also reiterated its strict policy against recruitment fraud, warning applicants to avoid any individuals or agencies requesting payment for job placement services.

Strengthening Youth Participation in Humanitarian Communications

The internship reflects a growing trend among international NGOs to invest in emerging communications professionals who can contribute fresh perspectives to advocacy and digital engagement strategies.

By offering structured exposure to real-world humanitarian communications work, the programme aims to build future leaders in advocacy, media, and development communication fields.

As humanitarian needs continue to grow globally, roles such as this remain essential in ensuring that the voices of vulnerable populations are effectively represented in policy and public discourse.

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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering this opportunity. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications & CVs to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding

Save the Children International is Seeking for Advocacy & Communications Intern in Kenya – Apply By 16 June 2026 @Unknown

Internship Aims to Strengthen Advocacy and Communications Impact