Communication and Reporting Officer at Jireh Doo Foundation (JDF)

Jireh Doo Foundation (JDF) is a registered Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) with Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), founded in Makurdi, Benue State in 2003 by Josephine Habba and became operational that same year. The journey started with reaching out to the underserved in the Makurdi, Benue State which included single mothers, their children, People Living with HIV/AIDS, Orphans, and Vulnerable Children, young people who had no direction, Displaced Persons due to natural and man-made causes, as well as advocating for policies that favored these target groups. The work JDF was doing was so impactful that other both National and International Nongovernmental organizations wanted to one level of partnership or the other.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Communication and Reporting Officer

Location: Damaturu, Yobe
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Desription

• A communication officer is largely responsible for the way in which employees, customers, and the public view the organization.
• Directs the overall flow of information for a organization including human resources, public relations, division offices and corporate headquarters.
• Works with staff in virtually every department of the organization.
• Manages special projects of varying type and size.5. Communicates with members of print, radio and television media.
• Manages social media communications.
• Answers questions from employees and organization manages and from media outlets as well.
• Prepares and manages the communications department budget.
• Maintains a calendar of assigned projects and deadlines.
• Delivers written and verbal communications by designated deadlines.
• Manages the organization’s branding.
• Educates staff members on communication processes.
• Writes and distributes press releases to print, radio and television.
• Creates and launches targeted marketing campaigns.
• Conducts interviews with members of the media.
• Drives message and announcement development and pitch strategies.
• Maximizes opportunities for the organization to be featured in various types of media messages.
• Develops internal organization newsletters for employees.
• Optimizes organization website content for internet search engines.

Requirements
Essential:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communications, Business, Marketing, English, Journalism, or a related discipline.
• Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have excellent computer skills particularly with software applications like Word and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Associated Press writing style guide.
• Proficiency in design and publishing software.
• Must have the ability to effectively prioritize projects and multi -task.
• Must be an efficient time manager.
• Must be able to function well in a team environment.
• Must have strong public speaking skills.
• Must be highly detail oriented.
• Expert knowledge of the organization’s mission statement and product and service offerings.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must have good problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Must have exceptional networking skills.
• Must be able to establish firm and reliable contacts in various media outlets.

Preferable:

• Female candidates are preferred.
• Familiarity with Monitoring & Evaluation of projects in the BAY states.
• Candidates from Yobe state with proven experience and understanding of the local languages and context.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Advanced computer skills, including the ability to type quickly and to use Microsoft Office products, email, and the internet.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality for sensitive issues or projects and use judgement to execute duties and responsibilities.
• Sensitive to cultural differences and an understanding of the political and ethical issues
• Fluency in English and Hausa (written & spoken).
• Knowledge of health programs.

Application Closing Date
10th January, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Cover Letter, CV and Academic certificates to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note
Applications should be in English and include the following:

• An application/motivation letter in which you explain why you are interested in the position and how you meet the qualities and qualifications criteria.
• Concise and accurate CV. The CV should include information about your qualifications, relevant training courses, Work experience, name and contact details of three (3) relevant references.
• Kindly state the position for which you are applying as subject of your application.
• We thank applicants for their interest in the position; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Candidates applying for the above position must note that Reference checks will be done especially on PSEA, and Job qualification/suitability.