Communication Officer

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Requirements

· 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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