About Propel

In the development and humanitarian sectors, organisations often struggle to retain and apply valuable knowledge from past projects. Critical lessons get lost in reports, staff turnover leads toknowledge gaps, and decision-making suffers from the lack of structured learning.

Propel is designed to solve this. Propel is a smart knowledge and learning platform that helps organisations capture, organise, and use their insights effectively.It enables teams to document experiences, track progress, and learn from eachother, so that knowledge is not only stored but actively used to improve future work. 

Through Propel Spaces, Open Knowledge Maps, and tailored organisational learning environments, we are creating a more connected, informed, and adaptive development sector.

Mission and Scope

At Propel, we believe that knowledge should be accessible, engaging, and actionable. Our communications strategy focuses on:

• Content creation: Developing compelling blog posts, case studies, and social media content that highlight key insights, success stories, and lessons learned.
• Spreading the word: Designing and implementing digital outreach strategies to increase Propel’s visibility and attract new users and partners.
• Storytelling & Design: Crafting visual and written content that turns complex knowledge into engaging narratives.
• Client communication & Engagement: Supporting Propel users through newsletters, community updates, andtailored communication strategies that enhance their experience.

By combining strongstorytelling, digital engagement, and user-focused communication, we aim to make learning and knowledge-sharing more impactful across the development sector.

Role Overview

As the Communications & Design Intern, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering Propel’s voice. You will help create, design, and distribute engaging content while also supporting client engagement through targeted communication strategies. This role is also designed to be a learning journey for you, offering hands-on experience in strategic communications, content creation, and digital engagement in international development.                                                     

Key Responsibilities:

1. Content Creation& Storytelling
- Write engaging blog posts, case studies, and social media content showcasing Propel’s impact and insights.
- Assist in developing practitioner stories that bring real-world experiences to life.
- Work with the team to create visual content, such as infographics, presentation materials, and reports.

2. Digital Outreach & Awareness
- Support the development of Propel’s communications strategy, ensuring strong engagement across different platforms.
- Manage and grow Propel’s online presence, including social media, newsletters, and website updates.
- Identify opportunities for Propel to engage in sector discussions, events, and partnerships through communications.

3. Client & Community Engagement
- Assist in crafting targeted communication materials for Propel users and clients.
- Support community-building efforts by engaging with Propel’s user base through updates, email campaigns, and interactive sessions.
- Help design and improve onboarding and engagement materials for new organisations using Propel.