Communication Officer
Ibadan
• Nigeria
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Head of Communication and Knowledge Management
Ibadan
• Nigeria
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International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)Profession (Non-profit, social work)
Industry (Media, communications, languages)
Seniority (Media, communications, languages, Non-profit, social work)
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Description
· MSc, B.Sc., HND, in Communication or related areas
· A minimum of 2 (two) years’ working experience performing a similar role in a structured environment.
· Experience working with international research institutes, development organizations, and the public sector.
· Ability to coordinate team in multi-organization teams and manage consultants.
· Technical skill: Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) or video editing tools is an added advantage
· Readiness to travel both scheduled and at short notices
Knowledge / Skills / Competencies:
· Good written and verbal communication skills
· Digital and social media literacy
· Media relations
· Creativity
· Expertise in managing and mitigating reputational risk
· Analytical skills
· Understanding of resource management and operational procedures
· Knowledge of Branding
· Cross-cultural awareness
· Problem-solving skills including the ability to prioritize and think quickly
Responsibilities
1. Developed Communication Strategy:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy for BIP, its subsidiaries and all its businesses and projects
2. Create and Manage Content:
- Draft, edit, and produce high-quality written and visual content for various channels, including press releases, newsletters, reports, social media, and the project website.
- Oversee the project’s presence on social media platforms, including content scheduling, audience engagement, and performance analysis.
3. Media Relations and Stakeholder Engagement:
- Build and maintain relationships with local and national media outlets.
- Organize press briefings, media tours, and interviews with key project stakeholders.
- Maintain active communication with project stakeholders, officials, development partners, farmers, and the general public.
4. Managed Events and Activities:
- Support stakeholders and consultants on events, workshops, field days, and other public activities, ensuring effective communication before, during, and after events.
5. Monitoring and Reporting:
- Prepared reports on communication activities and media engagement for newsletter publication.
- Coordinate with project partners and stakeholders to align communication efforts.
Provided communication support to joint initiatives and collaborations
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