Media & Communications Assistant at Freshbreeze Initiative for Unity, Socio-Economic and Leadership Development (FID)

Job Summary

• FID is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Media & Communications Volunteer to lead the organization’s communication, visibility, and digital content creation efforts.
• The role requires a creative individual with strong graphic design skills to produce high-quality visuals, social media content, publications, and branding materials.
• The successful candidate will work closely with the Program Manager, program teams, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging, media engagement, and storytelling that highlight the impact of the organization’s programs.

Responsibilities
Content Development & Graphic Design:

• Design high-quality visual content, including flyers, banners, infographics, reports, social media graphics, and promotional materials.
• Create branded communication materials aligned with organizational guidelines.
• Develop multimedia content, including short videos, motion graphics, photo stories, and animations.
• Support the design and layout of donor reports, presentations, and publications.

Social Media & Digital Communications:

• Manage the organization’s social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube).
• Develop and implement a monthly digital content calendar.
• Create engaging posts, captions, hashtags, and digital campaigns to increase visibility and engagement.
• Track analytics and performance metrics for continuous improvement.

Media Relations & Storytelling:

• Document project activities through high-quality photography and videography.
• Produce human-interest stories, newsletters, press releases, and success stories.
• Coordinate media outreach, including radio/TV appearances, press briefings, and interviews.
• Maintain a database of media contacts and manage media engagement.

Website & Branding Management:

• Regularly update and maintain the organization’s website with fresh content, blogs, and announcements.
• Ensure consistent branding across all platforms and program materials.
• Support the development and implementation of communication strategies.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain organized archives of photos, videos, designs, and publications.
• Support monitoring and evaluation (MEAL) teams with documentation for reporting.
• Contribute to donor visibility compliance and reporting requirements.

Organizational Support:

• Provide design support for events, campaigns, workshops, and community engagement activities.
• Train staff and volunteers on basic photography, storytelling, and branding principles.
• Participate in project meetings, planning sessions, and field missions when required.

Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Mass Communication, Graphic Design, Media Studies, Journalism, or related field.
• Professional certifications in graphic design (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva Pro, CorelDRAW) are an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in media, communications, or graphic design (NGO experience preferred).
• Proven portfolio of graphic design work and digital content creation.
• Experience managing social media platforms for organizations.

Technical Skill Requirements:

• Excellent proficiency in graphic design tools:
  • Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
  • Canva, CorelDRAW
  • Video editing (Premiere Pro, CapCut, Final Cut, Filmora)
• Strong storytelling, photography, and videography skills.
• Ability to write clear, compelling content for media and social platforms.
• Knowledge of communication strategies, branding, and digital marketing.

Soft Skills:

• Creativity and the ability to turn concepts into visually appealing content.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines.
• Close attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.

Personal Attributes:

• Culturally sensitive, respectful, and aligned with humanitarian principles.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Proactive, adaptable, and passionate about visual storytelling.

Working Conditions:

• Office-Based:Primary work is in FID’s Maiduguri office.
• Field Visits:Occasional travel to project sites (expenses covered by FID).
• Hours:Full-time (8:00 AM–4:30 PM, Monday–Friday).
• Environment:Collaborative, youth-friendly, and gender-sensitive workspace.

What you will gain
Learning & Development Opportunities:

• Valuable experience in NGO administration, logistics, and procurement
• Exposure to real-world organizational operations and team coordination
• Mentorship and skill development opportunities from experienced development professionals.
• Certificate of completion and a professional reference letter upon successful completion
• Opportunity to build a network within the development and humanitarian sector
• Friendly and inclusive working environment