Digital Engagement Intern at ActionAid Nigeria

Job ID: act-34636

Summary

• The Intern position is an opportunity offered by ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) for young graduates to earn a post-NYSC experience. It is therefore both a learning and value-adding relationship between interns and AAN.
• The intern is expected to take advantage of the space offered for experience gathering and self-development while providing quality service to ActionAid Nigeria

Job Purpose

• The overall purpose of this position is to strategically manage and strengthen the social media presence of key leadership within the organisation.
• The role will leverage digital platforms to amplify the organisation’s impact, highlight leadership contributions to social justice, policy influence, advocacy, and humanitarian efforts, and foster meaningful engagement with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• A high level of discretion and a strong commitment to confidentiality are essential, especially when handling sensitive issues.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Content Creation:

• Develop engaging and relevant content for all social media platforms of the ActionAid Nigeria’s leadership ensuring that curated content aligns with ActionAid's mission and values.
• Curate and share innovative multimedia content and designs (graphics, videos, infographics, photos) that showcase the professional achievements, thought leadership, and positive impact of the ActionAid’s engagements and activities. 

Brand Representation:

• Effectively manage and represent a high-level professional profile on social media platforms, ensuring all content aligns with ActionAid’s mission and values.
• Encourage and facilitate the sharing of insightful articles, blogs, and opinion pieces authored by the individual, positioning them as a credible voice in social justice, advocacy, and humanitarian discourse.
• Align the social media presence with emerging topics, trends, and conversations relevant to social justice, development, and advocacy.

Social media management:

• Regularly update and maintain the social media accounts under the guidance and approval of the communications Coordinator.
• Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and mentions on the social media platforms.

Key Working Relationships:

• Internal Relationships: Entire AAN team
• External Relationships: Project Partners, Service Providers, and Consultants

Persons Specification
Education/Qualifications:

• First Degree in Mass Communication or any relevant field is essential

Experience:

• Relevant NYSC experience in the related fields.
• Proficient in using major social media platforms such as X, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
• Knowledge of Content production; video, graphics design.
• Proficiency in mobile photography and videography.

Skills/Abilities:

• Comfortable using social media management tools, mobile graphic design software and mobile editing tools for content creation.
• Basic understanding of analytics tools to track social media performance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable and responsible with a strong sense of accountability.
• Enthusiasm for the organization's mission and values.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to manage time effectively to meet posting schedules and deadlines.
• Flexibility with work hours
• A keen eye for detail to ensure accuracy and professionalism in social media posts.
• The ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity is highly essential.

Personal Qualities:

• Creative and takes initiative.
• Comfortable approaching and engaging with people in public settings.
• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
• Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment
• Ability to relate with AAN’s mission values, and objectives.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Reliable and responsible with a strong sense of accountability.
• Able to manage time effectively to meet posting schedules and deadlines.
• Flexibility with work hours