Communications Coordinator at ActionAid Nigeria (AAN)

ActionAid is an anti-poverty agency that prioritises works with the poor and excluded; promoting values and commitment in civil society, institutions and governments with the aim of achieving structural changes in order to eradicate injustices and poverty in the world. ActionAid Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, an International Non-Governmental organisation registered in The Netherlands with its headquarters in Johannesburg South Africa. ActionAid International works in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas.

AAN is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Communications Coordinator

Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Reporting to: Policy, Advocacy & Campaign Manager
Line Management: Communications Intern
Grade: 7

Job Description

• The Communications Coordinator will be responsible for carrying out ActionAid Nigeria’s (AAN’s) Communication Strategy, plan; and public affairs community relations and publicity in order to influence and inform AAN’s Stakeholders, Staff, Partners and Donors in the organisation’s thematic areas.

Job Purpose

• The Communications Coordinator who reports to the Policy, Advocacy & Campaigns Manager, will be responsible for carrying out ActionAid Nigeria’s (AAN’s) Communication Strategy; plan and carry out public affairs community relations and publicity in order to influence and inform AAN’s Stakeholders, Staff, Partners and Donors in the organisation’s thematic areas.
• S/he will liaise with and provide support for the different thematic functions at AAN on publications, publicity & press relations to drive the advocacy arm of AAN.

Specific Responsibilities

• Coordinate and act as the central communications point for national media activities in Nigeria
• Develop and implement innovative and effective communication and media strategies for ActionAid Nigeria
• Coordinate other AAN communications strategies for all initiatives including fundraising and marketing projects
• Responsible for the management of documentation and publishing of all AAN manuals and publications.
• Building the capacity of AAN Staff and its partners in understanding, documentation and communication of AAN’s thematic areas.
• Support the development and strengthening of partnerships among stakeholders, government departments and NGOs for effective collaboration and co-ordination on strategic national & global concerns.
• Coordinating the annual review of AAN communications work.
• Oversee content development for AAN policy influencing, website and other social media platform.
• To provide a public relation function by building and maintaining contacts with media, donors and supporters including popular media, celebrity and political circles in order to raise AAN’s profile.
• Oversee production of digital and multimedia communications content to promote AAN’s brand.
• Any other responsibilities as assigned by line manager.

Key Working Relationships:

• Internal: AAN Staff
• External: The Media, Relevant Government Agencies, Donor Community, Partners, INGO Community and other stakeholders

Persons Specifications
Education/ Qualifications:

• First degree in Communications, Socials Sciences or Arts/Humanities - Essential
• Masters degree in a relevant field - Desirable
• Membership of NUJ and other relevant professional bodies - Desirable

Experience:

• At least 7 years work experience 4 of which should have been spent in the development sector - Essential
• 3 years experience managing communication and advocacy projects and working with the media. - Essential
• Website development/management and digital communications - Essential
• Capacity building experience including training, facilitating, coaching and mentoring - Essential
• Experience as a media focal person for an organisation/department - Desirable
• Experience as a reporter, sub editor or proof reader - Desirable
• Familiarity with popular media sector and previous relationship with same - Desirable

Skill Abilities:

• Online i.e. website management and digital communications - Essential
• Understanding of the role of advocacy work and communication in development. - Essential
• Strong communication and writing skills - Essential
• Ability to provide practical solutions within set deadlines. - Essential
• Good computer skills especially in the use of publishing tools - Essential
• Multi-tasking skills - Essential
• Public Speaking skills - Essential
• Excellent planning and prioritisation skills - Essential
• Strong interpersonal skills - Essential

Personal Qualities:

• A person of integrity - Essential
• Creative and takes initiative. - Essential
• Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment - Essential
• Willing to work additional hours at crucial times. - Essential
• A self motivated person able to work without close supervision - Essential
• Effectively promote AAN’s mission, values and objectives - Desirable

Application Closing Date
22nd May, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Cover letter & Curriculum Vitae in one document and MSWord attachment to: [email protected]

Click here to download the Application Form (MSWord)

Note:

• Only Electronically submitted forms will be considered. Scanned application forms will be disregarded.
• Subject line of emails must state clearly the title of position applied and location for e.g. Communications Coordinator - Abuja.
• ActionAid offers competitive terms of employment. Applications from women are particulary encouraged
• While we respect all applicants, Interview date will be communicated only to shortlisted candidates