For more than half a century, WWF has been working to protect the world's species and natural places, pushing for a more sustainable world. By working with local communities, governments, businesses, and other NGOs we are defining new ways of working that will make a difference at a scale that matters to help redefine humanity’s relationship with the planet.
We have a presence in over 100 countries across the world, and our efforts have evolved from localised efforts in favour of a single species and individual habitats to an ambitious strategy to preserve biodiversity and achieve sustainable development across the planet.
We need a media intern with some training or work/internship experience in the media /digital media field. We are looking to recruit someone dynamic, who works well in a fast-paced global environment and with interest for our cause - the planet. This person will work on the following:
Support the team with media and issues monitoring and create regular news digest for the global network
Support the team with putting together the Weekly Update newsletter for the global network
Carry out desk research on digital media ownership and digital influencers
Manage the International media team twitter account, including creating lists, updating accounts followed, etc.
Tidy distribution lists on Cision
Build lists of wire correspondents
Manage C&M portal, Media team
Write digital / web content and press releases
Support broader teams’ requests at ad-hoc basis, including Earth Hour
Required Skills and Competencies
Excellent communication skills to liaise with country teams (more than 180 teams) across the globe as well as assist the WWF International team
Creativity in generating graphics and visual materials for digital communications (i.e. infographics, etc.)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast paced environment
Interest in climate change and/or sustainability issues
The most important qualities required for this role are a passion for media/ new media, the drive to learn and the desire to work with a highly innovative, global environmental and social not-for-profit organisation.
Interest in media and public relations
Excellent written and verbal English skills are a must along with the maturity to work in a global, multicultural environment.
Why work for WWF and Earth Hour:
This is a great opportunity to gain exposure on a global brand and marketing campaign and event where 1.8 billion people participate every year. You will also work with third parties; media, advertising and production agencies. We hope you are creative, digital savvy and want to challenge yourself to make a difference. Learn more about Earth Hour here on www.earthhour.org and join our exciting team!
More about WWF's Earth Hour:
WWF’s Earth Hour is the world’s largest environmental campaign, taking place in more than 7000 cities and towns in 178 countries worldwide, with a reach of more than 1.8 billion people. The WWF International team, based in Singapore, coordinates the operation of the Earth Hour global campaign throughout the world, working with delivery teams and partners on the ground around the world.
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