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Reports to: Project Manager, Communications

Duration: 12 months

Location: WSB Arab Support Centre, Cairo, Egypt

Summary

The Intern, Communications, plays a vital role within the Communications team at the World Scout

Bureau Arab Support Centre in Cairo, reporting directly to the Manager, Communications. This

internship provides valuable learning opportunities while supporting WSB operations and

contributing to the achievement of WOSM’s objectives, with a focus on enhancing communication
strategies and outreach efforts.

The ideal candidate for this role will demonstrate proficiency in social media management, content

creation, and executing advocacy campaigns. Additionally, skills in design and video editing are
highly desirable for effectively conveying messages and engaging with the organization's audience

across various digital platforms.

Learning and development opportunities

The intern will have the opportunity to support various aspects of communications within the WSB

Arab Support Centre, including:

• Contributing to the development and promotion of communication materials by creating

• Assisting in the production of multimedia content by creating and editing videos to support

• Supporting the design of visual assets for digital and print materials, aligning with brand

• Providing assistance in social media management and engaging with the audience.

• Contributing to event organization by assisting in planning and coordinating virtual and in-

• Under the supervision of the Project Manager, Communications, the Intern will support

Information pack for the role of
Intern, Communications

Internship requirements

Experience, skills, and qualifications

• Undergraduate/graduate degree in communications, digital marketing, journalism, or

• Experience working in multicultural and international environments.

• Scouting experience at the national and/or international level is an asset.

• Prior experience in writing/editing reading materials.
• Willingness to start the internship shortly.

• Proficiency in managing social media platforms effectively.

• Strong content creation abilities for diverse communication channels.

• Execution of advocacy campaigns to engage and mobilize audiences.
• Competence in graphic design and video editing software.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Fluency in Arabic and English is required (other languages are considered an asset).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software applications.
• Willingness to learn and ability to grasp new concepts quickly.

• Presentation and training skills.

• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.

Personal qualities

• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, proactive autonomous and solutions orientated.

• Ability to work as a team player in a culturally diverse worldwide team of staff and

volunteers.

• Able to work under tight deadlines, manage projects and approach work with a problem -

strong sense of ethics in all actions and decisions.

• Flexible and able to adapt to a changing work environment.

• Willing to occasionally travel overseas and work in the evenings and weekends, as required.

• Immediate availability is an asset.

Information pack for the role of
Intern, Communications

Summary of internship

Terms and conditions

• World Scout Bureau offers a range of tangible and intangible internship benefits.

• Role is based in Cairo, Egypt.

• World Scout Bureau will cover the following expenses (if applicable):

a. Economy class return flight from the home country to Cairo, Egypt
b. Visa processing costs

c. Stipend to cover meals and incidentals

d. Local health insurance

required for the effective performance of the role for which there will be no additional

remuneration. The successful candidate must be willing to work during the evenings and

on weekends, when necessary, for which reasonable time off in lieu may be given. A
limited time allowance for coursework on a weekly basis can be discussed.

• The intern will be entitled to ten days of leave per annum prorated to the duration of the

contract plus public holidays in the country where the position is based.

The offer of internship appointment will be subject to:

• Two satisfactory references

• Verification of relevant qualifications

Information pack for the role of
Intern, Communications

How to apply

Applications should be submitted no later than 23:59 Cairo time (UTC+2) on

Thursday, 2 May 2024 and should include:

1. Curriculum vitae with full details of education and career history.

2. A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, relating your skills, knowledge and

experience to the requirements of the job description. Your particular interest and

motivation in applying for this role should also be outlined.

3. Contact information of at least two people who can provide employment references.

Applications and inquiries should be sent by e-mail to

Ideally, the Intern, Communications will start on 1 June 2024.

The World Scout Bureau is committed to making appointments on merit by a fair and open process, taking due

account of equality and diversity.