Digital Communications Assistant at IPAS

Contract Duration: 6 Months with the possibility of extension

Job Summary:

This position will have a critical responsibility for supporting the delivery of strategic and high-quality communications and fundraising objectives. The Digital Communications Assistant will play a central role in promoting the organization’s online presence and activity to increase reach, engagement, and interaction with our various audiences. S/he will measure the impact of our digital work and provide digital, creative, editorial, operational, and administrative support towards the achievement of the organization’s communication and business development goals.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Maintain, update and grow Ipas Nigeria’s social media presence; this includes creating engaging and impactful content and ensuring our messaging is brand-focused, timely and engaging.
• Assist with the monitoring and evaluation of the impact of our digital work by putting together analytics reports for our website, social media and e-newsletter and support with the different internal reports on our work.
• Assists in the monitoring and analysing of current events, public opinion and press, identifies issues and trends, and informs management on possible action/responses using digital communications.
• Assists with photography and videography of different projects and suggests ideas on content, narration texts, audio excerpts, design elements, etc.
• Assist with tracking media coverage, monitor engagements, and identify partnership opportunities.

Minimum Requirements

• At least two years of working experience in digital communications.
• Expertise on digital content design, including illustrations, infographics, design and layouts.
• Experience with communication tools eg, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, PremierPro), Canva, and Wondershare.
• Experience with digital photography and videography (including video editing).
• Excellent command of the English language, verbal, written communication, and editorial skills.
• Accuracy and keen attention to detail, in order to produce high quality communications.
• Proven ability to think creatively and innovatively.
• Proven ability to adapt to new learning.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team setting.
• Ability to deliver work on time and to a high standard.
• Show initiative — willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.