Job description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ ULALO
POSITION: COMMUNICATIONS APPRENTICE
Location: Mzuzu (with possible travel to project sites)
Department: Communications
Duration: Six (6) Months
ABOUT ULALO
Ulalo is a Malawian non-governmental organisation dedicated to helping young people reach their full potential by creating pathways to success and building bridges to a better Malawi.
With over a decade of experience, Ulalo collaborates with schools, communities and governments to improve education outcomes, strengthen health ecosystems, build self-reliant communities, and promote financial freedom and entrepreneurship.
Ulalo invites applications from suitably qualified and creative individuals for the position of Communications Apprentice.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will:
- Develop engaging communication content, including human-interest stories, website articles, newsletters and social media posts.
- Edit, proofread and fact-check communication materials.
- Capture and organise photographs and videos of programme activities while ensuring appropriate consent and safeguarding.
- Design social media graphics, presentations and other communication materials in line with Ulalo's branding guidelines.
- Support website updates, social media management, content scheduling and audience engagement.
- Monitor social media and website performance and contribute to communications reports.
- Assist in developing campaign materials, advocacy messages and awareness resources.
- Support the planning and documentation of campaigns, events, field visits and media activities.
- Maintain organised archives of photographs, videos, publications and consent records.
- Provide administrative and logistical support for communications activities.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies, Graphic Design, Digital Media or a closely related field.
- At least six months of practical experience in graphic design, digital content creation, social media management or related communications work through internships, attachments, freelance or volunteer assignments.
- Strong creativity and graphic design skills.
- Practical proficiency in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent design tools.
- Experience creating social media content, content calendars, scheduling posts and managing engagement.
- Ability to produce multimedia content, including graphics, photographs, short-form videos and reels.
- Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills.
- Good organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines and travel to project sites.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience with photography, videography, video editing or motion graphics using tools such as CapCut or Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Familiarity with social media scheduling and analytics tools, website content management systems and digital marketing techniques.
- Understanding of community development, education, youth empowerment or advocacy communications.
- Ability to communicate in relevant local languages.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted design and content creation tools.
WHAT THE APPRENTICESHIP OFFERS
The successful candidate will gain practical experience in:
- Planning and producing digital and print communication content.
- Graphic design, photography, videography and brand consistency.
- Website and social media publishing, scheduling and performance monitoring.
- Ethical storytelling, safeguarding and consent procedures.
- Developing advocacy and programme communication materials.
- Professional communication, teamwork and planning.
The apprenticeship is a six-month fixed-term learning opportunity with supervision, mentoring and regular feedback. Completion of the programme does not guarantee employment.
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested applicants should submit:
- A cover letter.
- An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- A portfolio or samples of creative work.
Clearly indicate the position applied for.
Email applications: jobs@ulalo.org
Email subject: Application – Communications Apprentice.
Hand delivery: Submit applications to:
Ulalo Offices (New Offices), Plot No. NR/MZU/KAT2/21, along the road from National Bank to Beehive Schools, opposite New Eden Private Primary School, Mzuzu, Malawi.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:THURSDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Ulalo does not charge any fees at any stage of its recruitment process.