Knowledge Management Expert at Maryland Global Initiatives Corporation Nigeria (MGIC)

Job Description

• We are seeking to recruit a Knowledge Manager to support our expanding portfolio.
• The responsibilities of this position are to develop, plan, implement, synthesize and manage the knowledge management system to foster efficiency through reuse, facilitate creativity and innovation
• This position is expected to function independently, exercise discretion, and contribute to assignments and projects that require significant evaluation, originality, and ingenuity.

Key Functions

• Capture, organize, document and share UMB, CIHEB and PHIA knowledge internally and externally to UMB’s multi-stakeholders.
• Set up and maintain and update MGIC Nigeria’s knowledge management system in collaboration with the University of Maryland, Baltimore’s global knowledge management systems.
• Curate or assist in administering sections of internal knowledge management systems
• Serve as a member of CIHEB Knowledge Management task team and participate in regular meetings.
• Support the creation of guidelines, create a system for all CIHEB staff to explain the purpose and use of our frequently used knowledge sharing systems.
• Serve as a contact for questions about program management and knowledge sharing systems
• Regularly assist with planning and facilitating webinars, workshops, seminars, and training on various technical topics.
• Development effective and efficient tools for standardized materials.

Qualifications
Education:

• B.Sc in Social Science, Public Health and Master of Library or Information Science or Social Science or related field.

Skills:

• MS office - high proficiency
• Problem-solving skills
• Metadata or archiving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• international travel required
• Self-motivated, agile, innovative and resourceful.