• Application Deadline: Fri, 18 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Communications Technical Assistant INGO Forum


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Media / Advertising / Branding 
  

Responsibilities

Generic responsibilities

• Compliance with and adherence to NRC and NIF approved policies and procedures and to and donor policies, guidance, and procedures.


• Proactive agenda setting; facilitating a space for NGO collaboration; enabling sharing of information and analysis for effective decision-making.


• High level representation of INGO interests in external meetings and planning efforts nationally. 


• Able to appreciate political necessity and policy issues in localization and the application of principles to programming.

Specific responsibilities 

• Implementation of the NIF Social Media Strategy and managing the Social Media Platforms (X (formerly twitter), Facebook and YouTube channel).  


• Creating, uploading content, and regularly monitoring and engaging with audiences on NIF Social Media Channels under the guidance of the Media and Communication Adviser. 


• Assist in the preparation for and branding of NIF events.  


• Drafting, compiling, and editing specific types of NIF communication products such as weekly updates, newsletters, annual reports, etc. 


• Write stories, reports, and minutes of meetings and events. 


• Track projects and media exposures.  


• Support in the development of audio-visual and visual materials, which at times may include traveling to out of station. 


• Organises the clearance, production, and distribution of NIF visibility materials. 


• Performs other relevant duties assigned and pre-agreed. 

Qualifications

Context/Specific skills, knowledge and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Public Relations, Communication, Humanities, English, or any other relevant fields. 


• Demonstrates good knowledge of the use of social media for communication outreaches. 


• Strong verbal, written, and analytical skills. 


• Ability to write clearly and concisely.  


• Strong time management skills and attention to detail are required. 


• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and other related computer skills. 


• Knowledge of the social media landscape in Nigeria.  


• Professional photography skills are a plus. 


• Ability to work independently, be self-directed, and demonstrate initiative. 


• Ability to work collaboratively with others. 

Behavioural competencies 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments.


• Excellent writing, editing, and analytical abilities.


• Proven ability to build relationships and facilitate dialogue among diverse stakeholders.


• Ability to present and represent collective views to various stakeholders.

Professional competencies

• Experience in coordination within a humanitarian/recovery context.


• Experience working in complex and volatile contexts.


• Documented results in related responsibilities.


• Fluency in English, both written and verbal, and fluency in one or more languages spoken in North-West Nigeria, particularly Hausa, is an advantage. 

Critical interfaces

• NIF Director and Deputy Director


• Policy Advisor 


• Communication and media team 


• Government engagement team 


• NIF Working Groups (Logistics, Finance, HR/Admin) 


• INGOs


• United Nations


• Government


• Donors


• Local NGOs


• Civil society