The Report Writing and Copy Editing Intern will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth execution of report compilation and story writing in the Childhood Development Activity team.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Taking detailed notes during meeting, workshops and events
• Collecting information, materials and pictures under the guidance of the USAID/LEGO Foundation Senior Communications Manager to support the production of promotional materials, including social media updates, success stories and photo stories
• Collaborating with cross-sectional teams to gather information on Implementing Partners’ activities for reporting and success stories
• Assisting in the preparation, consolidation, editing and timely distribution of minutes and reports in a professional manner
• Supporting the preparation of event materials, such as presentations, agendas, and briefing documents
• Supporting in writing success stories, reports, and minutes during meetings, workshops and events
• Assisting in the preparation of any upcoming events during the internship period
• Providing support in writing and editing various communications materials

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)

Accountability:

• Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same
• Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
• Future orientated, thinks strategically

Collaboration:

• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters
• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
• Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor Degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or related fields
• Understanding and willingness to learn about report writing, case studies, and success story development
• Interest and skills in photography and videography. Knowledge of photo and video editing software is a plus
• Ability to communicate clearly and in a comprehensive manner
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Commitment to save the children values