Strategic Projects Stakeholder Engagement Internship

Job Description: Strategic Projects & Stakeholder Engagement Intern

Employer: Kontak Recruitment

Location: Hybrid (Johannesburg North; in-person attendance required)

Contract: 12 Months | R7000.00 per month CTC

Overview

This 12-month internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a social impact-driven environment focused on leadership development, economic participation, and empowerment initiatives. The role involves programme design and delivery, stakeholder engagement, digital media, and resource mobilisation across national initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support strategic communications, digital media, and stakeholder engagement initiatives
  • Assist with project planning, coordination, execution, and impact reporting
  • Contribute to resource mobilisation efforts, including fundraising and partnership identification
  • Maintain administrative records, reports, and governance documentation
  • Support advocacy campaigns and visibility-building activities
  • Coordinate events and engagement platforms to enhance programme reach
  • Provide general programme and operational support to ensure smooth delivery

Candidate Profile and 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 work effectively in a hybrid model with occasional evening and weekend availability
  • Strong interest in social impact, stakeholder engagement, and programme delivery
  • Experience or exposure to project coordination, event support, or programme management preferred
  • Excellent organisational skills with multitasking ability
  • Comfortable using digital tools, reporting frameworks, and structured processes
  • Professional communication skills and stakeholder engagement confidence
  • Initiative-driven, reliable, and results-oriented
  • Genuine passion for women’s empowerment, social impact, and advocacy
  • Awareness of global and local socio-economic development trends
  • Willingness to attend training workshops and events on weekdays, evenings, and some Saturdays
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