Knowledge Management and Communications Officer at Mercy Corps

Duty Station: Abuja

The Knowledge Management and Communications Officer will provide leadership in all aspects of knowledge management, communications and learning. The KM&C Officer will report to the M&E Advisor and implement activities that ensure adherence to Mercy Corps’ and DFID standards, including the use of standardized indicators and documentation methodologies. S/he will support research efforts, communications, documenting project impacts, and coordinating with Mercy Corps’ partner staff.
 
REQUIREMENTS:

•     Postgraduate degree in development studies, Communications, social sciences, or relevant field, with a strong foundation in Knowledge Management, Communication and Research.
•     Minimum 3-5 years of KM work experience; ideal candidate will have both theoretical and practical background in KM, M&E and skilled in Communication methodologies and techniques.
•     Knowledge of program development, implementation, evaluation, and reporting.
•     Experience working under UK Department for International Development (DfID) grants or contracts.
•     Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•     Excellent computer skills, including experience with: Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and SPSS
•     Familiarity and experience with education or school to work programming especially targeting marginalized girls or young women programs preferred.
•     Fluency in written and verbal English required. Hausa language skills desired.