Mass Media & Information Management Officer at Search For Common Ground’s International

Position Summary

• The role is expected to provide support to the Mass Media & Information Management Coordinator in implementing the project’s initiatives on strategic communication comprising real-time monitoring and tracking of the information ecosystem for identifying the drivers of conflict and thereafter production and dissemination of multimedia products utilizing the tracked dynamics.
• The Officer will support the coordination of the Common Ground Journalists platforms in Rivers, Bayelsa, and Delta States.
• She/He will be managed by the Consortium Coordinator and the Mass Media & Information Management Coordinator while collaborating with other teams and units. 

Roles and Responsibilities:

Information Management - Real-time monitoring and tracking of the online and offline information ecosystem

• Provide support in sourcing information related to oil bunkering, artisanal refining, and the conflict context in the Delta, Bayelsa, and Rivers states and the Niger Delta Region region from the real-time monitoring and tracking of the information ecosystem (online and offline) particularly and share with the Mass Media and Information Management Coordinator
• Utilize the information above for the development of alternative messages which will inform the content and audience targeting of the action’s multimedia peace campaign
• Document lessons learned, messages, and outcomes from the program to communities across Bayelsa, Delta, and Rivers states and share with the Mass Media and Information Management Coordinator
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to gather and synthesize contributions from multiple sources and colleagues effectively into monthly snapshots.

Mass Media

• Keep track of media logs, monitor the broadcast of the media products, and provide regular feedback to the service providers
• Monitor the media component of the project in collaboration with identified media partners 
• Provide necessary support to the Communications Coordinator to manage social media profiles relating to the project, including publishing and distributing content, running campaigns, and monitoring progress
• Provide support to the Mass Media & Information Management Coordinator in delivering the multimedia peace campaign to raise public awareness and knowledge around issues as they relate to the project objectives 
• Collaborate effectively with the Mass Media & Information Management Coordinator to create high-quality relevant multimedia products that cut across all platforms which will contribute to changing attitudes and challenging stereotypes. 
• Responsible for overseeing all the multimedia products which include radio and television production
• Develop relations with media actors and assist in mobilizing media for events where necessary;
• Capture photos and success stories in all Search meetings, training, and events;

Program Coordination

• Provide communications support during outreach events e.g. producing materials, live streaming on social media, or coordinating a press conference for project activities in target states
• Keep track of current issues and strategies in peacebuilding to leverage opportunities for Search’s communications.
• Communicate with target groups, communities, partners, and stakeholders to understand and address the program’s end-user information and communications needs;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, international relations, development studies, marketing, or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Excellent writing and data analysis skills, planning and coordination skills, with proven ability to work independently.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in outreach, communications for development, advocacy, social marketing, media and public relations, and campaigning preferably with an I/NGO; 
• Understanding of and experience in harnessing traditional and social media for awareness-raising and advocacy, social media savvy;

Other Relevant Requirements

• Strong command of the English language, with excellent written and oral communication skills 
• Excellent copywriting skills for social media and other digital platforms 
• Demonstrated ability Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,)
• Excellent analytic skills and ability to produce high-quality written materials for different audiences;
• Creative writing, editing, photography, presentation, public speaking, and active listening skills;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with multiple offices within an organization and interact with partners, contractors, and other stakeholders at the senior level.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate highly.
• Technical information to both expert and lay audiences, and achieve consensus on communications policy, project, research, and administrative matters.
• Proactive, creative, entrepreneurial, and collaborative; ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace; and
• Ability to prioritize, plan and organize workflow to tight timeframes, handle multiple tasks, and be flexible with changing priorities.