Job Description

Strategic Projects & Stakeholder Engagement Intern (JB5984)

Hybrid (Candidates must be based in or near Johannesburg North and able to attend in-person sessions as required)

R7000.00 a month CTC

12 Month Contract

This role offers a 12-month internship opportunity within a social impact-driven environment focused on advancing leadership, economic participation, and empowerment initiatives. The position provides hands-on exposure to programme design and delivery, stakeholder engagement, digital media, and resource mobilisation across national initiatives. The successful candidate will play a key supporting role in driving strategic programmes, coordinating events, and contributing to advocacy and visibility campaigns, while gaining practical experience in project execution, reporting, and governance processes. The role requires a proactive and adaptable individual who is comfortable working in a hybrid environment and able to participate in occasional evening and weekend sessions as required

Minimum Requirements:

Advanced Diploma or Degree (Postgraduate advantageous)

Based in Johannesburg and able to attend in-person sessions (primarily Johannesburg North)

Access to reliable high-speed internet

Ability to operate effectively in a hybrid working model

Strong interest in social impact, stakeholder engagement, and programme delivery

Exposure to project coordination, event support, or programme management advantageous

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Comfortable using digital tools, reporting frameworks, and structured processes

Professional communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders confidently

Demonstrated initiative, reliability, and results-driven mindset

Genuine interest in women’s empowerment, social impact, and advocacy initiatives

Awareness of global and local trends relating to economic and social development

Willingness to attend training workshops, meetings, and events scheduled during weekday evenings or weekends (Saturdays)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support strategic communications, digital media, and stakeholder engagement initiatives across national programmes

Assist with project planning, coordination, execution, and impact reporting

Contribute to resource mobilisation efforts, including fundraising and partnership identification

Maintain accurate administrative records, reports, and governance documentation

Support the execution of campaigns, advocacy initiatives, and visibility-building activities

Coordinate and assist with events and engagement platforms to enhance programme reach and impact

Provide general programme and operational support to ensure smooth delivery of initiatives

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

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