Graduate NYSC Member Recruitment - MEL at Palladium Group - Kano

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact - the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with foundations, investors, governments, corporations, communities and civil society to formulate strategies and implement solutions that generate lasting social, environmental and financial benefits.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Monitoring Evaluation and Learning NYSC Member

Location: Kano

Purpose of Position

• The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) NYSC member will support the Engaged Citizens MEL and delivery teams in documenting learning, progress and results.
• We are especially, looking for highly skilled and motivated individuals interested in gaining significant hands-on experience in the areas of communications, adaptive programming, knowledge management, research and social media management.
• The NYSC member will report to the MEL Reporting Officer with overall guidance from the Head of Monitoring Evaluation and Learning.

Responsibilities

• Draft event and activity briefs, articles, blog posts, case studies, success stories, reports and press releases
• Write up notes from reflections and support synthesis of learnings
• Support archival, knowledge sharing and management
• Capture and appropriately label photographic and videography evidence
• Social media management (Facebook, Twitter, mailchimp, Instagram)
• Assist in compiling and editing ECP weekly digest, calendar of events and updating ECP shared calendar on SharePoint
• Update knowledge management compendium
• Assist in compiling content for e-newsletters and in synthesising technical reports into draft communication pieces
• Assist in planning, writing and managing e-blasts and e-newsletters.
• Design infographics, leaflets, fliers, and other graphics
• Format reports and other technical documents

Time Period and Commitment

• Four days per week, a total of 32 hours per week, usually between the hours of 8am-5:30pm, Monday - Friday, with a day off to participate in the mandatory Community Development Service.
• A commitment throughout the service year is required.
• This engagement will terminate at the end of the Corp member's service year.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in communications, adaptive programming, knowledge management, research, social media management, monitoring, evaluation and learning in a professional environment in an internship position while receiving support and supervision. Being an equal member of a fun, professional, passionately engaging and dynamic team.

Requirements
Education, Skills, Experience & Qualities Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations or Development-related field.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills with some exposure to the rigor of writing at the international level
• Thorough understanding of social media (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube etc.) with social media and website management experience
• Strong computer skills with interest and ability to learn new software
• Graphic design, video production or digital photography skills an advantage
• Motivated and energetic self-starter who takes initiative
• Ability to multi-task and balance multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Enthusiasm to learn and develop new skills within the role

Application Closing Date
22nd August, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online