Communications and Knowledge Management Consultant, Inclusive Food Systems Project (IFSP) at ActionAid Nigeria

Job Description

• The IFSP Communications Consultant will support the Food and Agriculture unit in line with ActionAid Nigeria’s (AAN’s) and IFSP Communication Strategy; plan and carry out public affairs community relations and publicity in order to influence and inform AAN’s Stakeholders, Staff, and Donors in the organisation’s thematic areas.
• S/he will liaise with the Communications Coordinator in providing support for the different activities of the project on publications, publicity & press relations to drive the advocacy arm of AAN.
• The Communication Consultant is also responsible for assigned communications roles including supporting and executing the project and the organisation’s communications strategy, support in managing organisation’s prioritised social media channels. 

Person Specifications
Education/Qualifications:

• First degree in communications, socials sciences or arts/humanities is essential.
• Membership of NUJ, APCON and other relevant professional bodies is desirable.

Experience:

• At least 3 years work experience 2 of which should be in communication and M&E field in the development sector is essential
• Website development and digital communications experience is essential
• Capacity building experience, including training and facilitating is essential
• Knowledge of the Agricultural sector is desirable.
• Experience working with the media is desirable.

Skill/Abilities:      

• Online i.e. website management and digital communications
• Understanding of the role of advocacy work and communication in development. 
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Ability to provide practical solutions within set deadlines.
• Good computer skills, especially in the use of publishing tools
• Multi-tasking skills
• Public Speaking skills
• Excellent planning and prioritisation skills.