Internal Communications Intern at Shoprite Group of Companies

Purpose of the Job    

The overarching role of the Internal Communications Intern is to assist the Internal Communications team to drive process and deliverables within set timeframes that serve and moves the business forward.

Job Objectives    

The portfolio includes the following focus areas and key deliverables:

OurShoprite Company Newspaper

1. Writing
   1. Assist with writing articles that creatively communicate important corporate messages
   2. Source background information
   3. Source images
   4. Source quotes
   5. Management of the #OurShoprite mailbox
2. 2. Printed #OurShoprite
   1. Assist in segmenting of information from the business (received via email, save on OneDrive in the folder structure created)
   2. Assist to compile the distribution memo
3. Digital #OurShoprite
   1. Source long service profiles
   2. Source relevant media and content as required
4. Digital newsletters
   1. Help manage content for Digital Newsletters
   2. Assist in sourcing information for Digital Newsletter
5. Communication Campaigns
   1. Assist with copy and creative as required
6. CEO Video
   1. Assist with the process and awareness campaign
7. General
   1. Transcribing
   2. Translations
   3. Proofreading
   4. Writing (as required and may include letters, reports, award entries etc.)

Qualifications    

Degree/Diploma in Public Relations or Journalism

Experience    

N/A

Knowledge and Skills    

1. Passion and a true interest in the PR industry.
2. Applicable knowledge of copywriting and editing.
3. Digital: image sourcing, digital letters, etc.
4. Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
5. Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
6. Aptitude in presentation and public speaking.
7. Attention to detail.