Communication Specialist (CS) at PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC)

PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC) - Our client, a recipient of World Bank Assisted Project Funds desires to set up a Project Management Unit (PMU) for the establishment of a major agricultural processing facility in Kogi State, Nigeria, and now seeks highly qualified and experienced candidates for the position below:

Job Title: Communication Specialist (CS)

Reference Number: SCPZ010
Location: Lokoja/Alape

Roles & Responsibilities
Overall Function of the Position:

• The Communications Officer (CO) will be responsible for the coordination of all communications activities within the project component in the state.

Specific Duties of the Position

• Coordinates activities concerning public awareness, enlightenment and communications for behavioural change on the project by the beneficiaries and members of the public or targeted audience.
• Promotes the business opportunities in the SCPZ and attracts investors through impeccable brand publicity.
• Disseminates information on project activities in the SCPZ, achievements of the PCT and PMU and work-plan of the project through all relevant media platforms - social media, print and electronic materials - for distribution or broadcast to target audience.
• Coordinates strategies through events, programs and interviews to create both local and international awareness for the SCPZ programs.
• Manages all aspects of the project relating to corporate content and communication.
• Manages and executes short-term internal and external communications projects, writes, designs and creates electronic collateral, manages contact databases, and provides support for other marketing initiatives of the Office.
• Undertakes any other responsibilities assigned by the Project Director.

Requirements

• Minimum First Degree in Journalism or Mass Communication, English, Sociology, Psychology or any other related discipline.
• Minimum of 12 years post-qualification experience in the print or electronic media, social mobilization, public relations or advertising.
• Good writing and oral communication skills as well as ability to organize events and functions.

Application Closing Date
13th October, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume to: [email protected] quoting the job title and reference code for the position in the subject.
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Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.