Jamii Africa

Visual Communication and Design Intern

Jamii Africa
Dar Es Salaam Internship Negotiable Creative and Design Closed Aug 14, 2026

Job Description

Visual Communication and Design Intern at Jamii Africa – Apply by 14 August 2026

Jamii Africa is inviting applications from recent diploma and degree graduates for the position of Visual Communication and Design Intern in Dar es Salaam. This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience in graphic design, digital communication, infographic development, and visual storytelling for civic and social-impact initiatives.

The successful intern will create digital graphics and campaign materials, transform data and policy information into accessible visual content, and help ensure that communication materials follow brand and accessibility standards. The opportunity is suitable for candidates interested in graphic design, communications, digital media, civic technology, and social impact.

About the Role

The Visual Communication and Design Intern will support Jamii Africa’s communication and engagement activities through the creation of clear, informative, and visually engaging materials. The intern will help turn complex data and policy information into visual content that can be easily understood by different audiences.

Candidates should have strong communication skills and an interest in online community engagement, civic technology, and social impact. Fluency in both English and Swahili is required.

Responsibilities

  • Create digital graphics for communication and engagement activities.

  • Develop campaign materials for civic and social-impact initiatives.

  • Design clear and informative infographics.

  • Transform data into accessible visual content.

  • Convert policy information into easy-to-understand visual materials.

  • Support visual storytelling and digital communication activities.

  • Maintain brand standards across communication materials.

  • Ensure visual content follows accessibility standards.

  • Contribute to campaign and community engagement projects.

  • Work with relevant teams to develop effective visual communication materials.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should have:

  • A recent Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in:

    • Communications

    • Political Science

    • Development Studies

    • Sociology

    • Statistics

    • Data Science

    • Graphic Design

    • Project Management

    • Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

    • Or a related field.

  • Passion for online community engagement.

  • Interest in civic technology.

  • Interest in social impact.

  • Excellent written communication skills.

  • Excellent verbal communication skills.

  • Fluency in both English and Swahili.

  • Interest in visual communication and digital content creation.

  • Ability to present information clearly through visual materials.

Job Details

  • Job Title: Visual Communication and Design Intern

  • Employer: Jamii Africa

  • Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  • Employment Type: Internship

  • Salary: Negotiable

  • Deadline: 14 August 2026

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their updated CV and cover letter by email to:

Email subject: Internship – Visual Communication & Design

Applicants should ensure their CV and cover letter highlight relevant academic qualifications, graphic design or visual communication skills, digital content experience, and interest in civic technology or social impact.

Final Thought

The Visual Communication and Design Internship at Jamii Africa is a strong opportunity for recent graduates and diploma holders who want to develop practical experience in graphic design, infographics, visual storytelling, and civic communication. Candidates who meet the requirements and have an interest in creating accessible digital content should apply before 14 August 2026.

Jamii Africa

Jamii Africa

Non-profit Organizations • Dar Es Salaam

Company Size 11-50
Founded 2006

About the Company

JamiiAfrica is a dynamic Non-Governmental Organization based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. We are on a mission to foster a well-informed citizenry, cultivate responsive governance, and champion active citizen participation across development agendas—ranging from political participation and governance to livelihoods and the digital economy. We pride ourselves on creating open, inclusive, safe, and secure spaces for meaningful dialogue, while working closely with like-minded partners to ensure participatory, citizen-centered engagement. At the core of our work is a commitment to digital democracy, amplifying citizen voices both online and offline to build a more transparent, equitable society.

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