Merchandise Intern at Ubongo | June 2024

Marketing, Comms and Development · Nairobi or Dar es Salaam, n/a (Hybrid)

UBONGO is Africa’s leading producer of kids’ edutainment. As a non-profit social enterprise, we create fun, localized, and multi-platform educational content that helps kids learn, and leverage their learning to change their lives. Ubongo reaches over 32 million kids across Africa through accessible technologies like TV, radio, and mobile phones. Our shows Ubongo Kids,  and Akili and Me, currently air in 23 countries across Africa in multiple languages. 

POSITION OBJECTIVE  supports the commercial and marketing teams in managing and promoting Ubongo’s new merchandise line. This role is ideal for someone passionate about children’s educational content and looking to gain experience in merchandise management, marketing, and operations.

NOTE: This role will be based in Nairobi, KENYA

RESPONSIBILITIES

Inventory Management

• Assist in, organizing, and maintaining inventory of merchandise.
• Conduct regular inventory checks to ensure accurate stock levels.
• Update inventory records and prepare reports on stock status.   

Logistics Coordination:

• Support the coordination of deliveries to various outlets, including supermarkets, toy stores, online stores, and bookstores.
• Assist in preparing and packing merchandise for shipment.

Sales and Administrative Support

• Set up and manage online store listings, track and report weekly sales figures, and maintain accurate records of sales, deliveries, and customer interactions.
• Respond to customer inquiries, gather feedback for product development and marketing, and assist in preparing reports and presentations for stakeholders.

Company Wide Responsibilities

• Exemplify Ubongoers principles and norms

Physical

• Be capable of taking photos and create videos/use of cameras. 

Educational

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Experience

• Strong understanding of social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for educational content and Ubongo’s mission.

Please note that only online applications will be considered. Those who come directly to the office with a CV or who email their CV to us will simply be directed to apply online

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

UBONGO provides equal employment opportunities to all its employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the laws of the country we are operating in.