The Communications Intern is a role in SEWF’s small but expanding team. The position is an opportunity for the applicant to gain communications and events experience within a global organisation, while also contributing towards the growth of the global social enterprise movement.
The ideal candidate should have a passion for amplifying SEWF’s impact and legacy. They will assist the Communications Manager in implementing SEWF’s communication goals including supporting social media management, online campaigns and newsletter creation. The candidate should be a creative thinker and be able to work independently yet collaboratively in a fast-paced environment within communications.
The Social Enterprise World Forum (SEWF) stands as a pivotal global platform that gathers visionaries, change-makers, and thought leaders from all corners of the world to explore and celebrate the transformative potential of social enterprises in fostering positive social and environmental change. Established in 2008, SEWF operates as an annual event that facilitates dynamic conversations, collaboration, and the exchange of knowledge among individuals and organizations committed to creating a more equitable and sustainable future.
Central to SEWF is its role as a global meeting ground, where social entrepreneurs, policymakers, academics, activists, and business leaders converge to share their insights, experiences, and best practices within the realm of social enterprise. This convergence generates a unique and vibrant space for the cross-pollination of ideas and the formation of meaningful connections, fostering a community of like-minded changemakers.
One of SEWF’s core functions is as a platform for learning and capacity-building. The forum hosts a diverse array of workshops, panel discussions, keynote addresses, and interactive sessions that delve into various dimensions of social entrepreneurship. Attendees are offered valuable tools, practical knowledge, and inspirational narratives that empower them to magnify their impact and effect positive change.
A hallmark of SEWF is its ability to attract participants from a wide spectrum of sectors, industries, and geographical regions. This diversity enriches the conversations and explorations that take place, providing attendees with a multifaceted understanding of social enterprise that encompasses a range of approaches, challenges, and solutions.
The forum also serves as a celebration of success, spotlighting the achievements of social enterprises from across the globe. Through awards, recognition ceremonies, and the sharing of success stories, SEWF underscores the tangible and transformative outcomes that these enterprises generate within their communities, acting as a source of inspiration for others to follow suit.
SEWF’s impact extends beyond its event dates as it engages in policy advocacy, advocating for conducive policy environments that bolster the growth and sustainability of social enterprises. Policymakers and representatives join discussions to explore how policy frameworks can be shaped to better enable social entrepreneurship to thrive.
The Social Enterprise World Forum nurtures an environment of innovation and collaboration, offering attendees the opportunity to engage with pioneering ideas, emerging trends, and innovative business models that leverage entrepreneurship for social and environmental good. The forum encourages partnerships between social enterprises, corporations, NGOs, governments, and academia, fostering cross-sectoral collaboration in pursuit of common objectives.
With a global reach that extends beyond physical boundaries, SEWF’s impact is far-reaching and enduring. Its discussions, insights, and connections resonate globally, influencing practices and mindsets long after the forum concludes, thus amplifying its role as a catalyst for ongoing change.
SEWF’s capacity to inspire and motivate is well-recognized. By showcasing real-world examples of social enterprises that have ignited positive change, the forum spurs attendees to continue their efforts and expand their impact, encouraging them to drive transformation within their own communities and beyond.
Main Responsibilities/Activities:
- Support the SEWF Communications Manager to manage SEWF’s online community growth, create social media content and increase online engagement not only across events but for all SEWF projects and programmes.
- Work closely with the communication teams of the 2023 Co-hosts (Amsterdam Impact and Social Enterprise NL) and other partners during SEWF23 week (9-13 October) in Amsterdam.
- Support with SEWF newsletters, blogs and event report.
- Assist with updates to the SEWF website.
Benefits
Remuneration: £12-14 per hour. The successful candidate must have the right to live and work where they are based and will be responsible for their tax and any other legal obligations.
Requirements For The Social Enterprise World Forum Communications Internship Programme
- Fluent in English [essential]
- Strong communication skills (written, verbal) [essential]
- Ability to manage own workload and work independently and remotely [essential]
- Familiarity with design software (e.g. Canva) [essential]
- Ability to create social media content including captions [essential]
- Demonstrated ability to think creatively and commercially [essential]
- Previous experience in a similar role or educational field of study, such as communications or journalism [essential]
- Attention to detail [essential]
- Copywriting, proofreading and SEO knowledge [essential]
- Proficiency in MS Office and customer/content management systems (Hootsuite, Mailchimp, Notion, WordPress, etc.) [essential]
- Team player and collaborative mindset [essential]
- Willingness to work some flexible hours before and during events [essential]
- Interest in social enterprise [essential]
- Previous experience building online membership and/or online communities [desirable]
- Design experience such as video and graphic editing [desirable
Method of Application
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Application Deadline: August 18, 2023
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