Marketing Projects Internship Opportunity at Fair Trade Tourism (FTT)

Closing date for applications: 01 August 2014
Introduction
The Fair Trade Tourism (FTT) is looking for a Marketing Projects Intern in Pretoria (Grade: B2)
Stipend: R72,000 per annum
Fixed Term Internship: September 2014 – August 2015

Duties and Responsibilities
• Project manage Indaba, including logistical arrangements, stakeholder communications, and budgeting;
• Assist with keeping all social media platforms updated with relevant, topical information;
• Assist with search for new social media platforms/forums;
• Assist with market research (e.g. surveys);
• Assist with monitoring and evaluation reporting;
• Assist with logistics/administration of marketing department; and
• Manage front desk.
• FTT’s staff complement is small and, as such, the Marketing Projects Intern may, from time to time, be required to assist with other projects and/or office management duties.
• Where such requests are within the ability of the intern to perform, they may not unreasonably be refused.

Qualifications
• Minimum Grade 12 education;
• Tertiary qualification in tourism with a minimum of 65% in major subjects; and
• Less than one year formal work experience.

Skills and competences
• Basic understanding of Fair Trade and sustainable development;
• Fluent in English (good written and verbal communications skills);
• Able to plan and undertake administrative work with supervision;
• Able to gather and manage data;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Flexible and able to adapt to a changing environment; and Proficient in Microsoft soft ware applications
• Honouring the memory of Jennifer Caldwell, this internship was established to empower young, previously disadvantaged South Africans.
The successful candidate will be:
• A black South African under the age of 26;
• Interested in current debates concerning tourism and sustainable development;
• Passionate about Fair Trade;
• Self-motivated and able to work under pressure whether independently or as part of a team; and Able to manage many tasks simultaneously.
• OTHER INFORMATION: Other benefits are as per FTT’s policies and procedures.
How to Apply?
Forward your application to: Fair Trade Tourism (FTT), PO Box 12844, Queenswood 0121, South Africa
Tel +27 (0)12 342 2945
www.fairtrade.travel.co.za