Jobs at ActionAid Nigeria

Summary

• The post holder will ensure maintenance of adequate financial integrity in supporting quality and timely data input for generation of financial reports, review and analyse accounting ledgers. 
• S/he will also contribute to strengthening the internal control and accounting systems of ActionAid Nigeria and partner organisations.

Person Specifications
Education/Qualifications:

• First Degree in Finance / Accounting is essential.
• Relevant professional accounting certification is desirable.

Experience:

• At least three (3) years post NYSC experience in related finance position is essential.
• Experience in implementing financial control systems is essential.
• Development sector experience as a finance person is desirable.

Skill / Abilities:

• Sound practical knowledge of any accounting software and Spreadsheets.
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Accuracy and attention to details
• Ability to multitask.

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Summary

• The Communication Intern will be responsible for enhancing the ActionAid Nigeria’s online presence, utilising social media platforms to amplify the organisation's impact, showcase AAN’s contributions to social justice, policy engagement, advocacy and humanitarian work, and engage with diverse stakeholders. 
• role requires exercising thorough discretion and upholding the principles of confidentiality, particularly in sensitive situations.
• 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, self-development, while providing quality service to ActionAid Nigeria.

Person Specifications
Education / Qualifications:

• First Degree in Mass Communication or any related field is essential.

Experience:

• Relevant NYSC experience in related field is essential.
• Knowledge of Content production; video, graphics design and proficiency in mobile photography and videography is essential.
• Proficient in using major social media platforms such as X, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn is essential.
• Content production/ Photography skills is desirable.

Skill / Abilities:

• Comfortable using social media management tools, mobile graphic design software and mobile editing tools for content creation.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity is highly essential.
• Basic understanding of analytics tools to track social media performance.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Reliable and responsible with a strong sense of accountability.
• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.

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Summary

• The post holder will strategically manage and strengthen the social media presence of key leadership within the organisation.
• The role will leverage digital platforms to amplify the organization’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.

Person Specifications
Education / Qualifications:

• First degree in Mass Communication or any related field is essential.

Experience:

• Knowledge of content production, video and graphics design is essential.
• Proficient in using major social media platforms such as X, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn is essential.
• Proficiency in mobile photography and videography is essential.
• Content production/photography skills is desirable.

Skill / Abilities:

• Comfortable using social media management tools, mobile graphic design software and mobile editing tools for content creation.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity is highly essential.
• Basic understanding of analytics tools to track social media performance.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
• Proactive and self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Excellent planning and prioritization skills.

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Summary

• We are seeking the services of a skilled filmmaker to produce a high-quality video documentary to celebrate its 25 years of impact, community engagement, and empowerment.
• The documentary will highlight the organisation's achievements, its journey, and its impact on communities across Nigeria, documenting stories of change, challenges, and progress over the years. 
• This video will serve as a key piece of content to support AAN’s legacy while inspiring continued support from stakeholders, donors, and the wider public. 

Description
The documentation should help the audience to: 

• Recognise the transformative impact of ActionAid Nigeria’s work in improving the lives of women, men, youth, and children across communities. 
• Understand the integrity and transparency of ActionAid Nigeria’s processes. The organisation has consistently involved communities in decision-making, ensuring that initiatives are rooted in local needs and priorities. This approach fosters strong community ownership, making the programmes more resilient and self-sustaining, with impacts that endure well beyond the initial intervention. 
• Appreciate ActionAid Nigeria’s profound role in strengthening government institutions. This is not just capacity building; it’s about creating systems that will continue to function long after the organisation’s intervention to ensure a legacy of change. 
• Be compelled to share these stories of change. These stories are not just milestones in a book - they are a clarion call for action. By disseminating them, the audience will help amplify the successes and lessons learned, ensuring that the ripple effects of ActionAid’s work reach far beyond its direct beneficiaries. 
• Be motivated to act and sustain the movement. 
• Donors, partners, and stakeholders should see the continued impact of ActionAid’s work and feel an urgent need to continue supporting the organisation’s mission. 

Tone and Style:

• The tone of the documentary should be uplifting, inspiring, and reflective. It should avoid being overly formal, yet convey a sense of pride, progress, and optimism while maintaining authenticity and sincerity.
• The style of the film should focus on the human stories behind ActionAid, highlighting real-life experiences. It should include personal reflections and emotional narratives from interviewees - people we work with, past leadership, current and past staff, donors, and partners.
• The film should blend interviews, available footage, B-roll shots, photos, and archival information, including footage of community activities to build a well-rounded narrative.
• The storytelling should be visual, relying on simple yet powerful imagery to convey the impact of AAN’s work.

Technical compatibility and deliverables:

• All content should be shot in 16:9 aspect ratios. Standard Definition (SD) footage should be in PAL format, High Definition (HD) footage should be at 50i or 25p frame rates.
• If there are operational reasons for using any other format, please agree this in advance with ActionAid Nigeria’s Communications Unit. 
• All outputs for this production belong to ActionAid and cannot be used for commercial or any personal purposes.

Target audience/s:

• The target audience for the book includes Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs); current and former staff of ActionAid Nigeria; academics, researchers, activists and students; board members and governance structures; community stakeholders and the people we work with; as well as members of the public interested in development work in Nigeria. 
• The publication seeks to serve as both a legacy document and a knowledge product, providing insights into AAN's evolution and impact over the last twenty-five (25) years. 

Education and Experience

• A Degree in Film Production, Media Studies, Communications, or a related field. 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in documentary filmmaking, especially within the nonprofit or development sector. 
• Proven track record of producing similar video content for high-profile organisations. 
• Familiarity with Nigerian grassroots communities and issues of poverty, gender equality, and social justice is an asset.

Competencies
Corporate Competencies: 

• Demonstrates integrity by modelling ActionAid’s values and ethical standards 
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of ActionAid 
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Functional Competencies: 

• Proven experience in producing high-quality documentary videos, autobiographies or biographies and in the development sector. 
• Strong ability to collaborate with a diverse team of staff and external stakeholders. 
• Excellent video editing skills using industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro). 
• Proficiency in capturing high-quality footage in challenging environments. 
• Knowledge of storytelling techniques that effectively communicate social justice issues. 
• Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple deliverables. 

Assignment Location and Timeline:

• The assignment will commence by June 10, 2025, with filming schedules to begin as mutually agreed upon. 
• All filming and post-production activities must be completed no later than October 7, 2025. 
• Key milestones, including filming schedules, editing stages, and delivery of draft and final versions, will be jointly agreed upon and strictly adhered to. 

Work Arrangement & Reporting Lines:

• The consultant is expected to use their own work equipment for the duration of the assignment.
• While many interviewees are based in Abuja, some are located outside the city.
• The consultant is expected to adopt innovative approaches - such as virtual interviews - to engage those outside Abuja. 
• However, if physical travel outside Abuja becomes necessary, ActionAid Nigeria will cover the associated travel, accommodation, and per diem costs.
• The consultant will report directly to ActionAid Nigeria’s Communications Team, which will provide oversight and guidance throughout the assignment. 

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Summary

• ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) is seeking the services of a skilled and experienced writer to develop a compelling and reflective autobiography-memoir-style book documenting the 25-year journey of the organisation.
• The book will highlight leadership transitions, organisational impact, key partnerships, innovations, lessons learned, and the voices of stakeholders, including past leaders, staff, partners, and rights holders. 

Target audience/s 

• The target audience for the book includes Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs); current and former staff of ActionAid Nigeria; academics, researchers, activists and students; board members and governance structures; community stakeholders and the people we work with; as well as members of the public interested in development work in Nigeria. 
• The publication seeks to serve as both a legacy document and a knowledge product, providing insights into AAN's evolution and impact over the last twenty-five (25) years. 

The documentation should help the audience to: 

• Recognise the transformative impact of ActionAid Nigeria’s work in improving the lives of women, men, youth, and children across communities. 
• Understand the integrity and transparency of ActionAid Nigeria’s processes. The organisation has consistently involved communities in decision-making, ensuring that initiatives are rooted in local needs and priorities. This approach fosters strong community ownership, making the programmes more resilient and self-sustaining, with impacts that endure well beyond the initial intervention. 
• Appreciate ActionAid Nigeria’s profound role in strengthening government institutions. This is not just capacity building; it’s about creating systems that will continue to function long after the organisation’s intervention to ensure a legacy of change. 
• Be compelled to share these stories of change. These stories are not just milestones in a book - they are a clarion call for action. By disseminating them, the audience will help amplify the successes and lessons learned, ensuring that the ripple effects of ActionAid’s work reach far beyond its direct beneficiaries. 
• Be motivated to act and sustain the movement. 
• Donors, partners, and stakeholders should see the continued impact of ActionAid’s work and feel an urgent need to continue supporting the organisation’s mission. 

Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Literature, Social Sciences, Law or related field. 
• A Master’s degree is an added advantage.

Experience:
The consultant is expected to have and submit the following qualifications: 

• Proven experience in writing biographies, autobiographies or authoring memoirs, organisational histories, or similar works
• Strong interviewing, storytelling, and editorial skills
• Understanding of development work, feminist principles, and a human rights-based approach is an advantage.

Tone and Style:

• The autobiography should be written in a memoir-style tone, blending personal narratives with organisational history.
• The writing should be engaging, reflective, and accessible, avoiding overly technical language.
• It should capture the voices of various stakeholders, providing a multifaceted perspective on AAN's journey.

Technical Compatibility and Deliverables
Deliverables: 

• Interview transcripts
• First draft of the manuscript
• Second draft incorporating feedback
• Final clean manuscript ready for layout and publication​.

Provisional Specifications: 

• ActionAid Nigeria and the writer will co-decide on the final details during a joint planning meeting, as some specifications may evolve throughout the development process.
• The following are initial working parameters, subject to refinement during the planning and writing phases 
• Word Count: Tentatively between 30,000 to 40,000 words
• Page Count: Estimated at 170 to 230 pages, based on an average of 250–300 words per page 

Copyright:

• The writer will provide ActionAid Nigeria with all raw materials, including interview recordings and transcripts. 
• All content developed under this consultancy will be the property of ActionAid Nigeria and cannot be used for commercial or personal purposes without prior consent.

Competencies
Corporate Competencies: 

• Demonstrates integrity by modelling ActionAid’s values and ethical standards
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of ActionAid
• Displays cultural, gender, religious, racial, national, and age sensitivity and adaptability​.

Functional Competencies: 

• Strong interviewing, storytelling, and editorial skills
• Excellent communicator with the ability to write in a compelling and accessible style
• Understanding of development work, feminist principles, and ActionAid’s human rights-based approach is an advantage.

Assignment Location and Provisional Timeline:

• The assignment will commence by June 10, 2025, and should be concluded no later than August 27, 2025, to allow for layout, design, and printing. 
• Specific timelines and milestones will be jointly agreed upon and strictly adhered to.

Work Arrangement & Reporting Lines:

• The writer will report to and work in close consultation with the Communications Committee. 
• Regular check-ins and draft submissions will be scheduled.