Assistant communications project manager (M/F) MARATHON DES SABLES

2024-11-13 11:03:00

Job description:

THE COMPANY

The MARATHON DES SABLES LEGENDARY (MDS LEGENDARY) and MARATHON DES SABLES (MDS) are international events, offering an adventure of one week to 12 days combining running/hiking in the desert and tourism, attracting between 300 and 1200 participants per edition.

Founded in 1986, these races have had more than 50 editions in various countries such as Morocco, the Island of Fuerteventura, Peru, Jordan, Turkey with new destinations to come: Namibia etc.

These adventures are organized by WAA Ultra, a textile brand specializing in outdoor adventures and particularly for desert environments. The intern will be involved in event projects relating to MDS LEGENDARY and MDS as well as projects linked to the WAA brand.

INTERNSHIP MISSIONS

While taking an active part in the development of various projects, the intern will address in more detail topics related to influencer marketing and digital communication.

Here is a non-exhaustive list of missions that could be assigned:

👉 Administration of different social networks (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn): writing the editorial planning, content creation, moderation, monitoring)
👉 Newsletters / emailing: planning management, writing, translation, sending
👉 Websites – in collaboration with developer teams: creation and updating of content, animation, highlighting promotions
👉 Monitoring collaborations with content creators before, during and after events
👉 Various and varied missions on the events and textile part

Qualification :

PROFILE WANTED

👉 Creative, resourceful person, with interpersonal skills and good practical sense
👉 Impeccable oral and written expression in French
👉 Rigor, organization and autonomy
👉 Comfortable with office tools and social networks
👉 Working English (written and spoken), Spanish is a plus
👉 Interest in outdoor sports and extreme adventures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Type of contract: 6-month internship
• Start of the internship: December 2024 / January 2025

Your complete application file (cover letter and CV) should be sent by email to the following address: [email protected]

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What are the key challenges faced by participants​ during the Marathon des Sables? ⁤

**Interview with Clara Dupont, Event Manager at WAA Ultra**

**Editor:** Thank‍ you for joining⁤ us today, Clara. Let’s start with the basics. Can you tell us about the Marathon ⁣des Sables and the MDS Legendary events?

**Clara Dupont:** Absolutely! ‍The Marathon ⁤des ‍Sables, or MDS, is renowned ⁤worldwide as one of the toughest footraces on Earth, taking place ⁢in stunning deserts.‍ It combines ‍running ​and hiking with a rich cultural experience for participants. We’ve been hosting this event for over 35 years, ‌and each edition attracts between 300⁤ to 1200‍ participants from all over the globe.‍ The MDS Legendary is ⁢an ⁤extension ⁤of this concept, offering even‍ more ⁤adventurous routes and ‍experiences in‌ the desert.

**Editor:** That’s impressive! Can you share a bit about the ⁤evolution of these events and where they’re heading in the ‌future?

**Clara Dupont:** ⁢Over the years, we have expanded to several breathtaking locations like Morocco, Peru, and ‌Turkey, and we’re excited about ‍new destinations such as Namibia. Each race brings ‌its‍ unique ⁤challenges and landscapes, contributing to ⁢the adventurers’ experience. In the future, we aim to ⁣explore ⁤more diverse terrains while also promoting responsible tourism and environmental sustainability.

**Editor:** Speaking of experiences, what‍ role will‍ the new intern have in these projects?

**Clara Dupont:** The intern will be deeply involved in ‌various event projects related to both ⁤the MDS and ⁢MDS Legendary. This ‍includes ⁤assisting with ⁤logistics, participant engagement, and supporting ⁣the marketing initiatives for WAA Ultra. ⁤It’s a hands-on experience that provides insight into ⁤event management in extreme sports, and we are excited to mentor passionate individuals looking to grow in this field.

**Editor:** It sounds like a unique opportunity! Lastly, what are ‌you looking for in an ideal candidate for‍ this ‌internship?

**Clara⁤ Dupont:** We’re looking for ‌someone⁤ who is not only passionate ⁢about outdoor adventures but also has a​ proactive mindset and great ‍organizational skills. Knowledge of sports ⁣and outdoor ⁢activities​ would be a plus, but‌ the willingness to⁤ learn and contribute to our ⁣dynamic team is⁤ most important.

**Editor:** Thank you, Clara, for sharing insights into these exciting events‍ and the internship opportunity ​with⁢ WAA Ultra. We wish ‌you all the best for the upcoming races and the new ⁢season!

**Clara Dupont:** Thank you! We‌ can’t wait to welcome our participants for⁤ this ⁣unforgettable adventure.