The Nourishing Africa Hub serves as a platform for entrepreneurs to accelerate their work, connect with funders, markets, talent, and celebrate their successes on the Continent. The portal includes information about data, funding, knowledge, e-learning, African food and chefs, career opportunities, and other resources to enable entrepreneurs to scale their impact.

Summary:

The position is for young people with a passion for research, writing and digital content creation, interested in gaining hands-on experience in the agriculture sector.

Description:

In this role, you will be required to fulfil the following primary responsibilities working as a member of the Nourishing Africa team:

• Prepare well-structured original content for the Nourishing Africa Hub

• Conduct industry-related research and interviews

• Source and upload relevant content to the Hub

• Create questionnaires, polls and other feedback tools to apply to the Hub

• Curate and analyze feedback from entrepreneurs on the Hub

• Assist the social media team in creating interactive campaigns to reach target audiences

• Assist the creative team with the design and promotion of content on social networks

• Assist in editorial coverage for all Nourishing Africa offline and online engagements

• Suggest new ways to promote Nourishing Africa offerings and to reach consumers

Desired Skills:

We are looking for volunteers who are creative, self-motivated, committed to excellence, with a passion for the agriculture sector. Below are key qualifications that we require:

• Minimum university degree (in view or completed)

• Possess strong and effective verbal, written and analytical skills

• Strong research skills, including primary and secondary research.

• Knowledge of multimedia and design including infographics, audio, videos, fliers and posters

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.

• Strong organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail required

• Ability to work independently, be self-directed and demonstrate initiative

• Ability to work collaboratively with others

• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a plus

• Fluency in French is a plus, but not required

DEADLINE: FEB 28, 2021

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: admin@nourishingafrica.com using the job title as the subject of the email.