Background

The Communications department is responsible for representing the internal and external messaging of maritime Trade Union Nautilus International.

Job Role The one-year internship is an exciting opportunity for a creative and hardworking digital-native looking for a well-rounded introduction to professional communications. The Communications Assistant will support the wider team. You can expect to gain hands-on experience in internal and external comms, PR and journalism. No coffee-making required!

Key Accountabilities

• Support comms department staff in their roles, including researching, writing, editing and posting content online and in print as required

• Manage social media accounts and assist communications team to build social communities for Nautilus members

• Write news, features, interviews and any other content as required

• Assist in the development and ongoing management of internal (email and intranet) communications

• Handle incoming calls, post and email communications, directing them to the most appropriate team member

• Attend and report on industry events as required • Perform any other duty as directed by the Communications manager

Ideal Experience, Attitude and Interests

• Graduate level (or equivalent) education or training with interest in PR, communications or journalism

• Interest in learning about the maritime industry

• Interest in the Trade Union movement

• Digital native deeply embedded in social media platforms

• Working knowledge of Content Management Systems (CMS)

• Excellent timekeeping

• You are a confident go-getter with a ‘can-do’ attitude