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The Africa Projects Development Centre (APDC Group) is a dynamic, youth-driven Pan-African organization headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria, dedicated to driving positive change. We create tangible impact in agriculture, the creative sector, renewable energy, and the green economy.
Position Summary
We are seeking a creative visual storyteller and content creator who believes that powerful stories and compelling multimedia content are crucial to capturing the "why" behind our mission, expanding our reach, and inspiring action across the continent.
This is not a typical internship. You'll be a core member of our team, given the creative freedom to find, craft, and share compelling narratives about our work, our people, and the communities we serve. Your mission is to capture the "why" behind what we do and communicate it in a way that resonates and sparks action.
Reports To: Senior Manager, Knowledge Management and ICT/Director of Programmes, Partnerships and Policy.
Position Type: Internship.
What You'll Do:
- Find the Story:Proactively seek out compelling stories and impact data from our different departments, projects, and partners.
- Craft the Narrative:Write, edit, and produce engaging content, including:
- Human-interest articles and blog posts.
- Engaging social media captions and threads.
- Video scripts and interview questions.
- Content for our website and email newsletters.
- Create the Content:Capture authentic, high-quality photos and short-form videos (Reels, TikToks, Shorts) that bring our stories to life.
- Visual Production & Editing:Shoot, edit, and produce authentic, high-quality photos and short-form videos (Reels, TikToks, Shorts).
- Design engaging visual assets, infographics, and banners using tools like Canva.
- Engage the Audience:Assist in managing our social media channels, posting content, and engaging with our online community.
- Support the Team:Collaborate with the communications team on larger campaigns, events, and reports.
Who We're Looking For (Requirements)
- Must be a current NYSC Corp Memberactively serving or seeking a PPA in Abuja, FCT.
- An Excellent Writer:You have a strong command of the English language and can write clear, concise, and inspiring copy for different audiences.
- A Visual Thinker:You have a good eye for design and aesthetics. Proven ability to shoot and edit high-quality video/photo content. Proficiency in graphic design tools (like Canva, CapCut, or similar) is a core requirement.
- Socially Savvy:You are a regular user of social media (Instagram, X, LinkedIn, TikTok) and understand what makes content engaging on each platform.
- A Curious People-Person:You are a great listener, naturally curious, and comfortable interviewing people from all walks of life.
- Proactive & Eager to Learn:You are a self-starter who can manage your time, take initiative, and are excited to learn new skills.
What We Offer
- A hands-on role where your work will be published and will make a real impact.
- Mentorship from experienced communications team members.
- The opportunity to build a powerful portfolio of work in development.
- A youthful, collaborative, supportive, and creative work environment.
- A monthly stipend (in addition to your government allowance).
How to Apply
Are you the visual storyteller we have been waiting for?
Please send the following to Careers@apdcgroup.orgwith the subject line: "NYSC Visual Storyteller Application - [Your Name]"
- Your Resume/CV.
- A 1-page Cover Letter:Tell us why you are passionate about storytelling and why you are the right fit for this role.
- Your Portfolio:Please send us 2–4 samples (Google Drive is acceptable for submission) of your best work. At least one of your samples should exceed 400 words but not exceed 3000 words. This can be:
- An article or blog post you have written.
- A link to a social media account you manage (personal or professional).
- A video you have shot/edited.
- A design you have created.
Important Dates:
Application Deadline -1st December 2025
Interview Dates – 4th of December 2025
Notification of Successful Candidate – 15th of December 2025
We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply early!
by Patrick Tawo