Communications Technical Assistant INGO Forum at Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

Responsibilities

Generic responsibilities

• Compliance with and adherence to NRC and NIF approved policies and procedures and to and donor policies, guidance, and procedures.
• Proactive agenda setting; facilitating a space for NGO collaboration; enabling sharing of information and analysis for effective decision-making.
• High level representation of INGO interests in external meetings and planning efforts nationally. 
• Able to appreciate political necessity and policy issues in localization and the application of principles to programming.

Specific responsibilities 

• Implementation of the NIF Social Media Strategy and managing the Social Media Platforms (X (formerly twitter), Facebook and YouTube channel).  
• Creating, uploading content, and regularly monitoring and engaging with audiences on NIF Social Media Channels under the guidance of the Media and Communication Adviser. 
• Assist in the preparation for and branding of NIF events.  
• Drafting, compiling, and editing specific types of NIF communication products such as weekly updates, newsletters, annual reports, etc. 
• Write stories, reports, and minutes of meetings and events. 
• Track projects and media exposures.  
• Support in the development of audio-visual and visual materials, which at times may include traveling to out of station. 
• Organises the clearance, production, and distribution of NIF visibility materials. 
• Performs other relevant duties assigned and pre-agreed. 

Qualifications

Context/Specific skills, knowledge and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Public Relations, Communication, Humanities, English, or any other relevant fields. 
• Demonstrates good knowledge of the use of social media for communication outreaches. 
• Strong verbal, written, and analytical skills. 
• Ability to write clearly and concisely.  
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail are required. 
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and other related computer skills. 
• Knowledge of the social media landscape in Nigeria.  
• Professional photography skills are a plus. 
• Ability to work independently, be self-directed, and demonstrate initiative. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with others. 

Behavioural competencies 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent writing, editing, and analytical abilities.
• Proven ability to build relationships and facilitate dialogue among diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to present and represent collective views to various stakeholders.

Professional competencies

• Experience in coordination within a humanitarian/recovery context.
• Experience working in complex and volatile contexts.
• Documented results in related responsibilities.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal, and fluency in one or more languages spoken in North-West Nigeria, particularly Hausa, is an advantage. 

Critical interfaces

• NIF Director and Deputy Director
• Policy Advisor 
• Communication and media team 
• Government engagement team 
• NIF Working Groups (Logistics, Finance, HR/Admin) 
• INGOs
• United Nations
• Government
• Donors
• Local NGOs
• Civil society