Communications Coordinator at ActionAid Nigeria

Job Purpose

• The Communications Coordinator who reports to the Director, Organisational Effectiveness will lead the Communications Hub and be responsible for the development and implementation of ActionAid Nigeria’s (AAN’s) Communication Strategy; including planning and managing public affairs/relation and publicity in order to influence and inform AAN’s stakeholders, staff, partners and donors.
• S/he will liaise with and provide support for the different thematic functions at AAN on publications, publicity & press relations to drive the advocacy and campaigns of AAN.

Specific Responsibilities

• Coordinate and act as the central communications point for national media activities
• Develop and implement innovative and effective communication and media strategies for
• ActionAid Nigeria, including fundraising and marketing projects.
• Manage documentation and publishing of all AAN manuals, and publications including audiovisuals, and maintain an updated repository for posterity.
• Build the capacity of AAN staff and partners in understanding, documentation and communicating the progress made in various AAN’s thematic areas.
• Support the development and strengthening of partnerships among stakeholders, government departments and NGOs for effective collaboration and coordination on strategic national & global concerns.
• Coordinate the annual review of AAN communications work, including the development of annual reports in print and video formats.
• Oversee content development for AAN policy influencing, website and other social media platforms.
• Build and maintain contact with the media, donors and supporters including popular media, influencers, and political circles to raise AAN’s profile.
• Oversee production of digital and multimedia communications content in line with
• ActionAid global brand guidelines and donor marking plan.
• Track, monitor and report AAN communications metrics and use insights for learning.
• Any other responsibilities as assigned by the line manager

Key Working Relationships:

• Internal: Entire AAN Staff
• External: The Media, Relevant Government Agencies, Donor Community, Influencers, Partners, INGO Community and other stakeholders

Person Specifications
Education/Qualifications:

• First Degree in Communications, Social Sciences or Arts / Humanities is essential
• Masters Degree in relevant field is desirable
• Membership of Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), and Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria (APCON) is desirable
• Membership of NUJ and other relevant professional bodies is desirable

Experience:

• At least 7 years work experience, 4 of which should have been spent in similar role in the development sector is essential
• Experience managing communication and advocacy projects as well as working with the media is essential
• Website development/management and digital communications is essential
• Capacity building experience including training, facilitating, coaching, and mentoring is essential
• Experience as a media focal person for an organisation/department is desirable
• Experience as a reporter, sub editor or proof-reader is desirable
• Familiarity with popular media sector and previous relationship with same 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
• Multi-tasking skills
• Public speaking skills
• Excellent planning and prioritization skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Desirable:

• Possess working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Social Blade, Google Analytics and Microsoft Office
• Understanding of Human Rights Based Approach to programming and storytelling.

Personal Qualities:

• A person of integrity
• Creative and takes initiative.
• Willing to work additional hours at crucial times.
• A self-motivated person able to work without close supervision
• Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment
• Effectively promote AAN’s mission, values and objectives.