Communications Intern

INTERN -COMMUNICATIONS- IITA, RWANDA 

THE ORGANIZATION

The Alliance of Bioversity International delivers research-based solutions that harness agricultural biodiversity and sustainably transform food systems to enhance people’s lives. Alliance solutions address the global crisis of malnutrition, climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation. 

The Alliance works with local, national and multinational partners across Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia and Africa, and with the public and private sectors. The Alliance is part of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services. 

THE INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE (IITA)

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we enhance livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future. Please visit http://www.iita.org/ for more information on IITA. 

ABOUT THE POSITION 

The position holder will assist IITA’s communication and outreach activities in Rwanda through creative storytelling, content development, and administrative assist as required. The role requires attention to detail, effective communication and interpersonal skills, initiative, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility, professionalism, respect for office procedures and working hours, responsible use of organizational equipment and resources, and adherence to workplace safety and security requirements while contributing to IITA’s mission and activities in Rwanda.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: 

• Demonstrate a strong interest in communication and storytelling.
• Possess a keen eye for detail and a creative mindset.
• Be eager to learn and contribute to IITA’s mission and activities in Rwanda.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Be flexible and willing to work additional hours when necessary.
• Have effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Respect office culture, procedures, and working hours.
• Demonstrate responsibility and care in handling office equipment and other items 
• entrusted to them.
• Adhere to workplace safety and security procedures 

REQUIREMENTS: 

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Public Relations, Multimedia. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. 
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to draft clear and effective communications. 

Competencies 

• Strong attention to detail. 
• Strong organizational skills. 
• Ability to work independently and/or as part of interdisciplinary, multicultural, and collaborative teams. 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. 
• Willingness to learn and ability to complete tasks on time and to a high standard of quality.
• Proactive approach. 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 

This position is a National recruited position based inKigali, Rwanda. The initial contract will befor 6 months and is renewable depending on performance and availability of resources.

The Alliance Bioversity-CIAT is committed to fair, safe, and inclusive workplaces. We believe that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical for our mission. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability statuses, sexual orientations, marital status, and gender identities. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

APPLICATIONS

Applicants are invited to visithttps://alliancebioversityciat.org/careers  to get full details of the position and to submit their applications. Applications MUST include reference numberRFP301464 - INTERN -COMMUNICATIONS- IITA, RWANDAas the position applied for. Cover letter and CV should be saved as one document using the candidate’s last name, first name for ease of sorting. The Alliance collects and process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws. 

Applications Closing date: 21st October 2026 

Please note that email applications will not be considered. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

We invite you to learn more about us at: 

http://alliancebioversityciat.org