Personal Assistant & Communications Intern

About the role

The Personal Assistant & Communications Intern will support the Managing Director of Afghanaid with daily administrative tasks, while also helping to edit and distribute organisational materials for both internal and external audiences. This role offers exposure to high‑level coordination, report preparation, and fundraising activities within an international development context.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the Managing Director’s calendar, screen emails, and draft correspondence.
• Prepare documents, briefing notes, and presentation materials for meetings and professional appointments.
• Assist in drafting talking points, speeches, visual presentations, and workshop resources for external engagements and fundraising events.
• Coordinate the production of internal quarterly reports, Executive Team reports, and the external Annual Report.
• Support the preparation of Board of Trustees and Executive Team meeting materials, including minutes and follow‑up actions.
• Represent Afghanaid in coordination meetings as required.

Required profile

• Strong organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
• Interest in development, advocacy, and communications.

Required skills