Communications Technical Assistant - INGO Forum at the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, emergency food security, and water, sanitation and hygiene sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Communications Technical Assistant - INGO Forum

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full time

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.

Application Closing Date
18th October, 2024.

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