Consultant for the Development of Communication Strategy at ActionAid (AA) Nigeria

ActionAid (AA) Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, which is a global alliance of organisations working towards achieving a world without poverty and injustice in which every person enjoys the right to a life with dignity. As a large and visible development organisation, we work in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and America. Our expertise lies in community-led approaches to development and working through partnerships with the poor and other grass root organisations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Consultant for the Development of Communication Strategy for PCVE Programming and Interventions

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Contract (35 days)

Objectives

• Develop a comprehensive communication strategy that addresses the needs and challenges of PCVE programming in Nigeria.
• Enhance awareness and understanding of PCVE objectives among stakeholders, including state and non-state actors.
• Improve collaboration and coordination among stakeholders through effective communication channels.
• Foster public support and engagement in PCVE activities and interventions.
• Explore empowerment opportunities and engagement through private sectors funding, co- creation for creating endowment fund and other climate driven initiatives for investment to build resilience.

Scope of Work:
The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Conduct a situational analysis of the current communication landscape related to PCVE in Nigeria.
• Identify key stakeholders and audiences for the communication strategy.
• Develop a communication strategy that includes objectives, key messages, channels, and tools for effective communication.
• Propose a detailed action plan for the implementation of the communication strategy.
• Provide recommendations for capacity building and training needs to ensure effective execution of the strategy.
• Develop monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to assess the impact of the communication strategy.

Deliverables:

• Situational analysis report.
• Stakeholder and audience analysis.
• Draft communication strategy document.
• Finalized communication strategy document, including an action plan.
• Recommendations for capacity building and training.
• Monitoring and evaluation framework.

Qualifications and Experience
The consultant should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Proven experience in developing communication strategies, preferably in the field of PCVE or related areas.
• Strong understanding of the socio-political context of Nigeria and the dynamics of violent extremism in the region.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and community groups.
• Relevant academic qualifications in communication, media studies, international relations, or a related field.

Duration:

• The consultancy is expected to last for 35 days from the day of commencement.

Application Closing Date
29th, September 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their cover letter outlining their relevant experience and suitability for the assignment, detailed CV highlighting previous work related to communication strategy development, brief proposal (maximum 5 pages) detailing their approach to the assignment including a proposed timeline, budget and Contact details for at least two professional references to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.