The Young Westminster Foundation (YWF) is seeking a Social Media & HAF (Holiday Activity Fund) Intern to join the YWF team.
Job title: YWF Internship – Social Media & HAF (Holiday Activity Fund) Focus
Contract: Part time- 3/4 days p/w 1st July- 1st September 2024
Salary: £13.15 p/h
Location: Hybrid – YWF Office (Soho) / home-working – with travel throughout Westminster
About Young Westminster Foundation
YWF is a membership organisation supporting Westminster-based youth organisations through grants, training, research and networking opportunities. Forging partnerships with businesses, public sector partners, individuals and major funders, our work helps strengthen services for all young people in Westminster.
Our aims
• Members: Helping youth clubs and youth organisations to thrive
• Partnerships: Fostering a community who care about Westminster’s young people
• Funding: Generating long term investment for youth organisations and young people in Westminster
• Knowledge: Listening, learning and sharing
Our community is diverse ranging from large youth clubs to small grassroots organisations and together we share a vision for all young people in Westminster to grow up healthy, safe and happy with the best opportunities for brighter futures.
About the Internship
YWF is seeking a dynamic, professional and creative intern to support our communications and membership engagement efforts. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work on two key areas: creating engaging social media content and supporting the Holiday Activity Fund (HAF) program. The ideal candidate will be passionate about digital marketing, content creation, and community engagement and eager to get involved in various aspects of our work.
Key Responsibilities
Social Media Content Creation – working closely with the Marketing and Engagement Manager
● Develop and produce engaging content for YWF’s social media channels, including TikTok, Instagram Reels, and other platforms.
● Upload and schedule posts using social media management tools such as Hootsuite.
● Work with the Communications Manager to monitor and analyse social media performance to
optimise content and engagement.
Holiday Activities & Food Programmes Fund (HAF) Support – working closely with the Evaluation and Data Specialist
● Visit YWF members across the borough delivering HAF programmes to monitor the quality of delivery and gather feedback from staff and children/young people.
● Collect stories and testimonials about the impact of HAF initiatives and use this material to create compelling social media content.
● Assist in data collection (surveys, focus groups) and analysing data related to HAF programmes.
● Assist in presenting & sharing the findings from the HAF evaluation (report writing,
presentations, communication channels)
General Support
Participate in various tasks and projects as needed, demonstrating a willingness to “get stuck in” and contribute to the YWF team’s success.
What We Offer
Career Development: This role is ideal for anyone interested in a career in charity communications, digital marketing or creative work. It also offers some flexibility to be shaped by the intern’s skillset and interests.
Training Opportunities: Gain hands-on experience and receive mentorship in digital marketing, content creation, membership engagement and data analysis.
Diverse Stakeholder Engagement: Work alongside a range of stakeholders, including YWF members, youth charities, media agencies and Westminster City Council.
Flexible Working: Enjoy a flexible working environment that supports work-life balance.
Learning and Development: Access opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
Qualifications and Skills
● Proficiency in creating content for social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram.
● Experience using social media management tools like Hootsuite.
● Strong communication skills and the ability to gather and present information effectively.
● Enthusiasm for community engagement and the charity sector.
● Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
● Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
YWF’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
Young Westminster Foundation works with and supports diverse communities. Our member organisations are grassroots non-profits supporting young people in our communities. Many of these organisations are led by global majority groups. As YPFs we work with our members to elevate their work and voices. We recognise the impact of poverty and racism on our communities and aim to work actively alongside communities rather than ‘doing to them’ and take an intersectional approach. We also acknowledge the additional impact of discrimination experienced by women, disabled people and LGBT+ people of the global majority. As part of our commitment to equity, inclusion and cultural
competency across our network, we ensure diverse communities are represented and supported in our organisation and structures and encourage applications from all sections of the community.
Application: As part of your application, please send a CV and a cover letter to info@youngwestminster.com explaining your interest in this role and how you fit the experience and skills profile.
Closing date for applications: 17th June 2024
Interview date: Last week of June
Questions: Please do get in touch with our Youth Voice Consultant at mahla@youngwestminster.com
Accessibility: Please note that our office is located on the second floor without lift access – please contact us about any accessibility requirements.
