Engagement of a Lead Communications Consultant at Search For Common Ground’s International

Objectives of the Assignment

The Communications Consultant will support Search’s efforts by creating multimedia content that highlights the organization’s peacebuilding achievements and raises public awareness of its activities across selected projects.

Scope of Work

• Content Creation
• Storytelling
• Brand Alignment
• Support Communication Campaigns
• The consultant will be responsible for the following:
• Develop creative graphics for social media with tailored key messages.
• Data visualization and designing infographics
• Produce short video clips suitable for social media and web/digital platforms.
• Design Success Stories booklets and Photobooks showcasing Search’s work on specific projects.
• Use digital storytelling techniques to communicate messages of conflict transformation, collaboration, and trust-building.
• Highlight Search’s thematic areas through culturally sensitive and engaging content.
• Ensure all materials adhere to Search’s and donor’s branding guidelines.
• Integrate the organization’s mission and vision into all produced content.
• Collaborate with the Communications Coordinator to develop multimedia materials for peace campaigns aimed at raising awareness of Search’s project objectives.
• Ensure multimedia content complies with data protection protocols, including obtaining informed consent from stakeholders and participants for all media use.

Deliverables

• The Consultant is expected to deliver:
• High-quality multimedia products such as infographics, success story booklets, short video, edited photos, graphics etc) for various platforms, designed/produced to challenge stereotypes and social behavioral change messages.
• Web-ready video formats.
• All necessary production equipment and personnel to support content creation.
• Compliance with ‘Do No Harm’ principles and alignment with approved scripts.
• Professional action photographs for Search’s photo library.
• Maintain a database of all multimedia products for easy access 

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Digital Media, or related fields.
• Significant experience in multimedia content production/design with a portfolio showcasing relevant work.
• Proficiency in multimedia production and editing software (e.g., Adobe Design Suite, Camtasia, Canva, CorelDRAW).
• Strong understanding of traditional and social media platforms for advocacy and awareness-raising.
• Knowledge of local languages, including Hausa, Fulfulde, and Pidgin, is an advantage.
• Knowledge of working in the development or humanitarian sector

Other Requirements

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Creative writing, photography, and public speaking skills.
• Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work within diverse, multicultural teams.