Web Development & Social Media Programme in Tanzania — Art in Tanzania
What is it? The Web Development & Social Media Programme places international students and volunteers on Art in Tanzania's live digital platforms — building and maintaining its websites, creating content, growing its social media, and improving SEO for a real audience of over 50,000. It is run by Art in Tanzania (AIT), a community-development NGO founded in 1996.
Where? Around Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, working on AIT's live web and social platforms.
How long? Flexible — the programme runs continuously year-round, with duration adjustable to your academic schedule and goals.
Working hours? 6–8 hours per day, Monday to Friday.
Who joins? Students in web development, UX/UI design, digital marketing, computer science, and related fields. AIT typically hosts 15–40 international students at a time, drawn from over 400 partner universities worldwide.
What does the programme involve?
You work on live platforms with real responsibilities in a fast-moving NGO environment. Work spans:
- Web development and maintenance — working directly on AIT's websites, volunteerafrica.fi and artintanzania.org, on development, maintenance, UX improvements, and content updates — suitable for front-end, CMS, or full-stack backgrounds.
- Content creation and copywriting — writing, editing, and publishing web content that communicates AIT's programmes, impact, and participant experiences to interns, university partners, donors, and the public.
- Social media management and growth — managing and growing AIT's social presence, including a Facebook audience of over 50,000 followers — creating and scheduling content, engaging audiences, and analysing performance.
- Digital advocacy — developing content that advocates for the communities AIT serves, translating fieldwork and human stories into content that informs and mobilises audiences.
- SEO and digital visibility — contributing to search engine optimisation so AIT's programmes are discoverable by students and volunteers, improving organic reach and reducing dependence on paid promotion.
- Analytics and reporting — tracking website traffic, social engagement, and content reach, providing the data AIT needs for informed digital strategy decisions.
How is NGO digital work different?
Working on digital platforms for an NGO in a developing-country context differs from agency or corporate work in ways that matter professionally: resources are limited, priorities shift quickly, and audiences span multiple languages, cultures, and levels of digital literacy — content must work for a student in Finland and a community partner in Dar es Salaam at once. That context sharpens your skills and gives your portfolio work that stands out, because it was built under real constraints for a real purpose.
How does the placement work?
Academic-level team leaders supervise your placement daily, and a weekly planning and reporting system keeps your work structured and aligned with your academic requirements. Web development, UX/UI design, digital marketing, communications, journalism, computer science, and information systems are all well-suited, and combinations of technical and content-focused backgrounds are particularly valuable.
Who runs the programme, and since when?
Art in Tanzania (AIT) has placed approximately 250 participants annually in hands-on community programmes across Tanzania since 1996. The Web Development & Social Media Programme addresses one of the organisation's most constant needs: high-quality digital content and an effective, well-maintained web presence.
What is life in Tanzania like during the placement?
Beyond your screen time, Tanzania offers vibrant culture, extraordinary wildlife, and stunning natural landscapes as your daily backdrop. Affordable, sustainable safaris and tours are available for you and visiting friends or family.
Can I get funding?
Yes. Erasmus+ funding may be available for this placement. Speak with your student or international office about grant options that could fully or partially fund the experience.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Web Development & Social Media Programme involve?
Web development and maintenance, content creation and copywriting, social media management and growth, digital advocacy, SEO, and analytics and reporting on live platforms.
Which websites will I work on?
Art in Tanzania's live sites, volunteerafrica.fi and artintanzania.org.
Who can join the programme?
Students in web development, UX/UI design, digital marketing, communications, journalism, computer science, and information systems. Both technical and content-focused backgrounds are welcome. AIT hosts 15–40 participants at a time from over 400 partner universities worldwide.
What are the working hours?
6–8 hours per day, Monday to Friday.
When can I start?
The programme runs continuously year-round, with flexible start dates and adjustable duration.
Is funding available?
Yes — Erasmus+ funding may fully or partially cover your placement. Ask your student office about grant options.
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