Communications and Operations Intern

About ATNi

ATNi (Access to Nutrition initiative) is a global foundation actively challenging the food industry, investors and policymakers to shape healthier food systems. Founded in 2013, our mission is to empower food system actors—starting with industry—to accelerate access to nutritious, affordable, and sustainable diets. We analyze and translate data into actionable insights, driving partnerships and innovations for market transformation. We convene debates with key stakeholders, including responsible investors, policymakers, and consumer groups that will shape healthy diets in the future.

Core to our work, ATNi benchmarking Indexes provide stakeholders with the robust data and analysis they need to measure company performance, to track progress and to engage in progressive dialogue, underpinned by a solid evidence base. ATNi values its independence above all else. We take no money from industry to maintain the neutrality of our rankings. We are evidence-driven, open and transparent, inclusive and collegiate.

ATNi currently has approximately 35 staff and consultants, most of whom are based in the Netherlands. For more information on ATNi, please visit our website: https://www.atni.org.

About the role

This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and execution of ATNi’s communications strategy, including supporting multiple launch events, enhancing ATNi’s brand and voice and ensuring that our communications activities are delivered effectively by:

• Boosting visibility and strengthening the reputation of ATNi among our key stakeholders (companies, investors, civil society leaders, policy makers).

• Promoting ATNi and its global tracking tools, projects and data provision.

• Developing materials to support diverse stakeholders to utilize the tools we produce.

• Positioning ATNi as a thought leader around topics of private sector accountability in the food and beverage sector, nutrition as a material issue for investors and regulation to make support healthier food environments.

The Communications and Operations Intern will report to the Policy and Communications Lead.

In this role, you can positively impact global health by helping to fundamentally shape markets for nutritious foods. This position will focus on internal communications and organizational support across departments, giving you the opportunity to learn more about all of ATNi’s projects, and gain experience working for an international NGO.

Responsibilities

Content Creation

• Assist in updating and creating new content for internal communications activities (e.g. internal newsletter, Sharepoint communications).

• Design visual media for use on our website, and LinkedIn accounts, including graphics, videos, and other multimedia, using tools such as Illustrator and Adobe express.

• Support the publication of our research including formatting and editing content

• Provide social media support and content production.

• Ensure consistency with ATNi’s tone of voice and brand.

Media Management

• Support management of the website, social media accounts, and email campaigns.

• Some experience with  SEO, Analytics, and CMS platforms such as Wordpress is desirable

Project Management

• Support the management of timelines, budgets, and deliverables for ATNi’s projects.

• Provide logistical support for the team such as arranging meetings and taking minutes.

Operational activities

• Support with the planning, organizing and execution of ATNi events (e.g. launch events either online or in person).

• Help organize internal events (e.g. team days)

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work effectively with cross-functional workstreams to align communication efforts with ATNi’s impact goals.

• Share feedback and insights to ensure communication strategies are integrated across various workstreams. 

Education and Experience

• BA in communications, journalism, public relations, health or nutrition communication, food systems, public health or another field related to ATNi’s work. Some background information in nutrition and public health is preferred but not required.  

• Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a Master’s program (or equivalent) in a relevant field.

• Demonstrated interest and commitment to improving access to nutritious food globally.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Proactive and able to work independently, with a strong attention to detail.

• Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Currently living in the Netherlands with a valid work permit.

Personal Qualities

• Highly organized with the ability to manage time and tasks efficiently.

• Enthusiastic, curious, and motivated to contribute to the mission of ATNi.

• Able to work in a multicultural environment with respect for diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

• Personal commitment to ATNi's mission and goals and our values.

What we offer:

• We have a flexible approach, but expect everyone to be present in the office in Utrecht two days a week.

• A laptop for carrying out your work.

• A monthly stipend of Euro 775/ month based on 40 hours a week.

• Paid commuting costs using public transport (NS business card).