Tuesday 24 April 2012

CDC Uganda Internship Vacancies Open


Job Title: Intern(Volunteer)

Job Description


At NFT Consult, we believe that career development is a lifelong process of exploration and decision-making.  It’s with that philosophy that we started the Career Development Center with Makerere University.  Although we started with Makerere University, our vision is to spread across all the Universities in Uganda, providing equal opportunities to All students.
We also believe that developing of our regional future workforce is a collective responsibility of employers, the community at large and academia.   We thus actively partner with the business community in a number of programs where we apply our career expertise to identify students’ passions and full potential in their journey toward career fulfillment.
We provide programs and services to help students integrate their academic experiences with lifelong learning and career opportunities through effective career exploration, planning, and preparation.   As the students prepare academically we plan to also start their professional preparation through placements and internships, with an aim to open a clear channel between the needs of industry and the world of education.

The Person

• A bright and enthusiastic individual seeking to gain an insight into the public relations function of NFT Consult’s Career Development Centre.

• In this role you will provide valuable administrative support to a small and dynamic team and will be comfortable carrying out routine tasks individually and as part of a team. There will also be the opportunity to carry out specific projects for the right person.

• A confident communicator, you will be happy to liaise with corporate supporters and individuals and will use your creativity to help with publicizing CDC events and activities.

• A passion for the university development and a strong interest in Uganda.

Job Purpose

• To assist the CDC team to maximize awareness and attendance of the university students.

• To help with the planning and organization of CDC events.

Responsibilities

Communications & PR

1. To update and maintain the CDC website page and CDC’s presence on social media sites, including Twitter and Facebook.

2. To maintain the CDC photo library and registrant database.

3. To assist with development of communications materials.

4. To assist with creation and distribution of promotional items.

Events & Research

5. To assist with CDC events.

6. To give support to third party industry events, which may include attendance as a CDC representative.

7. To undertake specific research projects occasionally to help bring new supporters on board e.g. students, professors, and corporates.

Administration/ Internal Communication

8. To help to accurately maintain CDC’s database of registrants.

9. To attend team meetings and be willing to contribute to other team activities as requested.

Person Specification

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, written, verbal and interpersonal.

• Good administrative and IT skills (including Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel).

• Creativity and ability to work on own initiative and meet deadlines.

• Good research and internet skills.

• Attention to detail.

• Excellent team player.

• Commitment to equal opportunities.

Desirable

• Previous marketing, fundraising or events experience.

• Experience of web and social media updating.

• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and desk-top publishing.

• Interest in international development, particularly Africa.

Renumeration

This is a voluntary position and is unpaid. NFT Consult will provide a daily allowance and you are absolutely allowed to indicate it on your CV as work experience while at campus.

Duration

We ask for a minimum commitment of six months for 4-5 days per week. From experience, we have found that a six month commitment is the minimum period of time to ensure that the post is beneficial to both the intern and CDC.

What we offer

• The chance to gain an insight into the running of a career development initiative.

• The opportunity to develop valuable marketing, fundraising and communications skills.

• A personal development plan and regular support to help you in your role.

• The opportunity to take the lead on a specific project for the right intern.

• References can be supplied on successful completion of the six month period.




How to Apply



Please send your CV and Cover Letter expressing your interest to:
NFT Consult CDCEmail: cdcjobs@nftconsult.com

Please use the title CDC Internship Position in the subject line header.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Please state your availability on the application and how many days a week you are available.