Join the Global Center on Adaptation as a Digital Content Intern (500 EUR monthly stipend)
Closing Date: 4 October 2024
Join the Global Center on Adaptation as a Digital Content Intern (500 EUR monthly stipend)
About GCA
The Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) is an international organization working to accelerate action on adapting to climate change. GCA support adaptation solutions at the international and the local levels, partnering with the public and the private sector. GCA focus is firmly on those who are most vulnerable to the effects of climate change; communities least prepared to withstand the health, social, and economic impacts of the climate emergency are our priority.
Founded in 2018, GCA organization is based in regional offices across key global locations. Its Europe office is located in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, in the largest floating office in the world. GCA also have regional offices in Kenya, Ivory Coast, Bangladesh, and Beijing, as well as a dedicated knowledge and research hub in Groningen, the Netherlands. GCA work encompasses high-level policy development, research, agenda-setting and advocacy to drive faster and deeper climate adaptation. GCA collaborate closely with partners to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of results where they are most needed.
What you will do
As a Digital Content Intern, you will contribute to amplifying GCA’s role as the global adaptation solutions broker on various digital platforms. Reporting to the Senior Communications Officer, you will work closely with the External Affairs team and colleagues across various thematic areas.
Responsibilities
- Social Media Management: Assist in developing, scheduling, and posting content on GCA’s social media accounts. Use tools like Falcon for social media management and analytics to track performance.
- Content Collaboration: Collaborate with program teams to create engaging content promoting GCA’s work and adaptation solutions. Monitor and analyze campaign performance to optimize results.
- Internal Communications: Support internal communications by contributing to GCA’s weekly newsletter, coordinating with colleagues, and using Mailchimp to design and distribute.
- Website Content: Help update and post content on the GCA website.
- Ad Hoc Tasks: Provide flexible support to the team on additional tasks as needed.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing or completed a Bachelor’s degree in digital media, communications, marketing, graphic design, or a related field.
- Basic proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere) and a willingness to learn more.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience in diverse, intercultural environments.
- The Digital Content intern must reside in the Netherlands and be authorized to work there.
Preffered Qualifications
- Experience with an online animation software (e.g., Powtoon) is a plus.
- Familiarity with web content management systems is an advantage.
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English; proficiency in French is an asset.
What GCA Offer
Joining GCA team means contributing to its global mission on climate adaptation. You will have the opportunity to tap into the extensive expertise available at GCA and its partner organizations worldwide. Furthermore, you will play a role in shaping international policies and global action on climate change, working at the highest governmental levels, and collaborating with governments on all continents.
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