Communications Intern at World Bank Group , Dar es Salaam July 2026

Communications Intern – World Bank Group (Tanzania) Organization: World Bank Group Reference: req37682 Position: Communications Intern Grade: T3 Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Department: External Affairs Team Reports To: Senior External Affairs Officer Contract Type: Internship (Part-time)Duration: Approximately 5 months Application Deadline: 12 August 2026 (11:59 PM UTC) About World Bank Group The World Bank Group (WBG)is a global development institution committed to reducing poverty and promoting sustainable development through financing, technical assistance, and knowledge-sharing. For more than50 years, the World Bank Group has partnered with Tanzania to support development programs through: Human capital development Private sector growth Job creation Infrastructure development Institutional strengthening Climate resilience initiatives The Tanzania Country Office is seeking a Communications Internto support communication activities that promote transparency, public understanding, and awareness of World Bank-supported programs and results. Job Summary The Communications Intern will support the External Affairs Team in: Media monitoring and reporting. Social media monitoring and content support. Communication planning. Research and analysis. Development of success stories and multimedia content. The intern will help communicate the impact of World Bank projects and strengthen engagement with government partners, media, civil society, and the public. Key Responsibilities 1. Media Monitoring The intern will: Monitor local and online media platforms daily. Prepare media monitoring reports for the Tanzania Country Team. Develop: English media digest. Kiswahili press summary translated into English. English media digest. Kiswahili press summary translated into English. Track coverage related to: World Bank projects. Development programs. National economic and political developments. Public commentary affecting World Bank operations. World Bank projects. Development programs. National economic and political developments. Public commentary affecting World Bank operations. Media Sources May Include: English Media: The Chanzo The Citizen The Guardian Daily News Kiswahili Media: Mwananchi Nipashe Habari Leo Other online Kiswahili platforms 2. AI-Assisted Research and Content Support The intern will use AI tools, including WBG’s m AI, to support: Information research. Translation. Content summarization. Draft preparation. The intern must ensure: Accuracy of information. Editorial quality. Appropriate communication framing. 3. Social Media Monitoring Responsibilities include: Monitoring platforms such as: X (Twitter)Instagram Tik Tok Blogs and other digital platforms. X (Twitter) Instagram Tik Tok Blogs and other digital platforms. Tracking discussions related to: World Bank programs. Development issues. Stakeholder opinions. World Bank programs. Development issues. Stakeholder opinions. Identifying emerging issues requiringattention. Supporting social media briefs and responses. Using AI tools to analyze: Sentiment trends. Engagement patterns. Online conversations. Sentiment trends. Engagement patterns. Online conversations. 4. Social Media Strategy Support The intern will assist with: Social media action plans. Content calendar management. Audience research. Feedback analysis. Social media performance tracking. KPI reporting. Monitoring emerging communication trends, including AI-driven content. 5. Results Storytelling The intern will support development communication activities through: Conducting interviews with beneficiaries and stakeholders. Writing web stories and success articles. Capturing photos and videos. Supporting multimedia content creation. The role may involve travel within Tanzania. AI tools may support: Interview transcription. Draft editing. Basic photo and video editing. All content must maintain: Accuracy. Proper sourcing. Authentic beneficiary representation. Consent compliance. Qualifications and Requirements Education Applicants must: Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program or be in their final year. Have an academic background related to: Communications Journalism Media Studies Development Studies Social Related fields Communications Journalism Media Studies Development Studies Social Related fields Experience 0–6 yearsof relevant professional experience. Required Skills Candidates should demonstrate: Strong interest in development work and the World Bank Group mission. Excellent research and analytical skills. Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Ability to work in multicultural teams. Strong organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Proficiency in English. Knowledge of Kiswahili is highly relevant. World Bank Group Culture Attributes Sense of Urgency Ability to anticipate and respond quickly to stakeholder needs. Thoughtful Risk-Taking Ability to challenge existing approaches and develop innovative solutions. Empowerment and Accountability Ability to take ownership and deliver results while supporting others. Important Application Information Applicants may apply for a maximum ofthree positions. Applications exceeding this limit will not be considered. The World Bank Group encourages qualified candidates from member countries to apply. Women, Sub-Saharan African nationals, and Caribbean nationals are strongly encouraged to apply. Application Deadline 12 August 2026 (11:59 PM UTC) How to Apply: To submit your application, please follow the link provided below. CLICK HERE TO APPLY