The EiA Center seeks a dynamic and detail-oriented Business Development & Marketing Intern to join our team. In this role, you will support the EiA Center staff and project coordination team, providing best-in-class administrative, analytical, and commercial support to the Center activities. Additionally, the role includes key responsibilities in graphic design to enhance our communication and branding efforts.
The role encompasses, but is not limited to, the following activities:
• Assist with gathering data and creating analytical reports on marketing, impact, and growth charts.
• Gather required documentation, analytics, and presentation materials for proposals and bid submissions.
• Create visually appealing presentation packs, infographics, and marketing materials to support proposals and projects. Design templates and visual assets for reports, publications, and social media content.
• Support the translation of products and services to be published in French.
• Source bids and new business leads as directed by the Business Development Manager.
• Collaborate during project estimation and initial workshops.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure consistent branding and design quality across all materials.
• Support the creation and editing of multimedia content, including videos and animations, where necessary.
About You:
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business Intelligence, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Graphic Design, Administration or a related field.
• 6-12 months of experience in Marketing/Business Analytics/Market Research, with additional exposure to graphic design/visual communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with analytical tools such as Google Analytics, Power BI, and Tableau.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) or Canva.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in both analysis and design.
• Ability to communicate fluently in written and spoken French
• A positive attitude, team spirit, and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Interest in both African and European startup ecosystems, with knowledge of incubators, accelerators, and innovators.
Preferred Attributes:
• Self-starter with a structured mindset for problem-solving and meeting deadlines.
• Experience or interest in multilingual projects (e.g., French-English translations).
• Knowledge of SSO (Startup Support Organization) and digital marketing strategies is a plus.
What We Offer:
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• A competitive Stipend
• Exposure to international development projects in African and European ecosystems.
• Opportunities to develop both analytical and creative skills.
Location: Cape Town
Application Process: If you are passionate about driving innovation, have a keen eye for design, and are eager to contribute to a growing organization, we encourage you to apply. For interested candidates, please apply via mail with your relevant application documents (CV and cover letter) through career@enrichinafrica.com.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful if you do not hear from us within 14 days of the application closing date.