Job Vacancies in a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO)

Summary:
The ideal candidate should possess relevant experience and knowledge of the strengths and weaknesses of both the traditional and new media platforms to ensure maximum mileage for the organisation’s message & work - developing awareness, generating traffic and cultivating engagement.
He/She MUST be a highly motivated individual with experience and a passion for content strategy, blogging, micro-blogging and community engagement.

Responsibilities
Are you the one we are looking for? Then you should know that you would be responsible for the following:

Digital Media Management

• Manage the organisation’s presence on social networking sites including Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Whatsapp and other similar community sites, posting on relevant blogs, and seeding content into social applications as needed.
• You will serve as day-to-day liaison between the organization and its online communities; Locate and engage advocates/ influencers within the community (Facebook, Twitter,YouTube, Instagram, Whatsapp etc.) to foster dialogue.
• Managing an active new media volunteer network  to spread the word about the
• organization and drive its content is an aspect of your job and you will  also ensure that trends regarding issues of interest to the Organisation are monitored
• Provide a weekly summary of analytics of our social media platforms and regularly share insights and analytics gained from social media monitoring with the team.
•  Provide a monthly report on the organisation’s media presence, trends, opportunities and challenges.
• You will be responsible for ensuring that the Organisation’s website is current and accurate.
•  Explore & experiment with alternative channels to disseminate Organisation’s message and showcase its work.
•  Adapt the organisation’s media strategy in a timely fashion to ensure relevance.

Content Curation

•         Communicate briefs to external suppliers (3rd parties,) and validate every content and material used by Organisation.
•       Draft media materials, including releases, statements, quotes and briefing documents ensuring accuracy, appropriate sign off and placement.
•       Ensure key messages are accurately and consistently expressed in relevant media.

Relationship Management

•   Manage the organisation’s relationships with traditional media partners (– newspapers, radio & tv) and online media partners (– Ynaija, Premium Times, Bella Naija etc.)
•    Build strategic relationships with local, regional and international media outlets.
•    Manage the organisation’s relationships with media vendors – videographers, script writers, producers, printers etc
•    Implement media activity across projects and events to meet set objectives.
•    Inspire and empower colleagues to use online tools and engage actively online.

Desired Competencies & Experience

• To be selected for this role, you should be able to demonstrate the following competencies
• Possession of a degree in a relevant field
• 3- 5 years previous work experience in a similar role
• Have a high comfort level with social media platforms such as: Facebook, Twitter, 2go, Instagram, Youtube, etc.
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal), organisational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under direction and to exercise personal responsibility and autonomy to meet objectives.
• Good research skills; excellent computer skills and time management skills.
• Display a high level of attention to details while being able to work well under pressure

Others

• Ability to work well with senior management, colleagues and the public.
• Ability to cultivate new relationships and nourish existing ones.
• Ability to translate strategic objectives into practical and achievable plans.
• Knowledge of Nigerian languages with previous NGO experience is desirable but not compulsory
• Ability to develop well-informed advice and strategies that are sensitive to the needs to various stakeholders and partners.
• Contacts in traditional & new media gives added advantage.
• Flexible approach to working hours

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Responsibilities
If you are interested in this position then you should be aware that your key responsibilities would include:

• Continous development of the Organisation’s website
   Increasing the site’s search engine optimization and ranking through search engine ranking, meta descriptions and site
• sharing.
• Establishing online marketing initiatives to increase site traffic (registration with other election related sites, sharing of news and blogs with other sites, engaging with other common†interest sites).
• Designing web pages including graphics, visuals, video and functionality in conjunction with the organisation’s technical team.
• Monitoring web traffic and providing monthly reports.
• Providing troubleshooting support and liaison with web and email providers, as required.
• Assist in the development of web publicity campaigns, as required.
• Building and maintaining required databases.
• Developing web applications (e.g. mobile applications), as required.
• Co-manage the organisation’s  online platforms

Desired Competencies & Experience

• To be selected for this role, you should be able to demonstrate the following competencies
• Possession of a degree in Multimedia Design, Information Technology, Computer Science or any other related field.
• 3- 5 years previous work experience in a similar role
• Proficient with Fireworks, Flash, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Dreamweaver, Photoshop, InDesign or other design and video-editing software
• Strong understanding of best practices for online usability, accessibility and search engine optimization.
• High comfort level with social media platforms – Facebook, Twitter, 2go etc.
• Ability to design templates for e-newsletters and graphics such as banners & logos
• Knowledge of web trends, analytics and necessary tools to track & manage
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal), organisational and interpersonal skills
•  Good research skills with excellent computer skills and time management skills.
• Display a high level of attention to detail while being able to work well under pressure

Others

• Experience with online marketing initiatives.
• Knowledge of database management programs
• Ability to work well with senior management, colleagues and the public.
• Demonstrates an analytical & systematic approach to problem solving.
• Ability to make decisions which influence the success of a project or enhances team objectives.
• Knowledge of Nigerian languages and previous NGO experience is desirable but not compulsory
• High degree of trustworthiness, discretion & confidentiality.