Media Monitoring & Business Development Support Intern at Manufaa Media

Media Monitoring & Business Development Support Intern at Manufaa Media

Media Monitoring & Business Development Support Intern

Manufaa Media

Company Overview

Manufaa Media is a dynamic media and communications agency based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Specializing in strategic communications, public relations, and media intelligence, Manufaa Media delivers data-driven insights, brand monitoring, and business development solutions to clients across various sectors.

Position Summary

• Job Title: Media Monitoring & Business Development Support Intern

• Organization: Manufaa Media

• Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (On-site)

• Reporting To: Business Development Lead

• Application Deadline: August 10, 2026

Role Purpose

The Media Monitoring & Business Development Support Intern serves in a hybrid capacity bridging media analysis and commercial operations. The role focuses on converting raw media coverage across multiple channels into client-ready analytical reports, while providing key administrative, research, and proposal support to the Business Development Lead.

Key Responsibilities

• Media Monitoring & Reporting:

  • Compile and analyze daily and weekly media monitoring data across client accounts (print, broadcast, online, and social media).

  • Measure and track coverage volume, tonality, share of voice, and Advertising Value Equivalent (AVE).

  • Draft clear, precise, bilingual summaries and comprehensive client reports in Swahili and English.

  • Maintain standardized reporting templates and meet strict delivery deadlines.

• Business Development Support:

  • Assist the Business Development Lead in drafting, formatting, and refining pitch proposals and presentations.

  • Conduct targeted market, client, and sector research to enrich sales and pitch materials.

  • Manage meeting schedules, track prospective client leads, and handle follow-up communications.

  • Update and maintain pipeline status records for weekly executive reporting.

Candidate Qualifications & Competencies

Education & Experience:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Mass Media, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Experience: 1+ years of experience in PR, media, communications, or business development support is preferred. (High-potential entry-level applicants are also encouraged to apply).

Core Skills & Language:

• Bilingual Proficiency: Exceptional written and spoken command of both English and Swahili.

• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with digital media monitoring tools is a distinct advantage.

• Core Traits: High attention to detail, strong analytical capabilities, passion for current affairs/media trends, and excellent organizational/multitasking skills.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit their application materials including:

1. Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)

2. A brief Cover Letter

• Email Address: [email protected]

• Application Deadline: August 10, 2026