Communication and Reporting Officer at Jireh Doo Foundation

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.