Technical Officer, Media & Communications

Job Description

The Technical Officer-Media and Communications will work closely with the Grants & Communication Coordinator in the creation and delivery of memorandums, organizational materials and announcements, donor and external success stories, events and other deliverables pertaining to organizational communications. Focuses on developing and delivering clear, concise and coordinated organizational messaging across multiple communications vehicles and on fostering opportunities for dialogue between staff and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Works with Grants & Communication Coordinator in researching and writing a broad range of communications that promote the activities of the organization such as infographics, success stories, press releases, photo journals, videos and donor presentations.
• Provides publicity and promotional support for special events and community outreach activities.
• Works with Grants & Communication Coordinator to develop and implement communications and public relations strategies to promote and publicize a variety of humanitarian projects, services and programs.
• Prepares a variety of promotional and informational materials including factsheets, articles, blog posts, bulletins, pamphlets, video and other related media material.
• Provides photography support for all reports and communications materials with a robust archive.
• Layout Hausa and Kanuri versions of program publications and IEC materials.
• Work collaboratively with the in-house originators of the work ensuring that all designs are appropriate for the publication.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Related:

• Assistant Technical Officer, Laboratory Services at FHI 360
• Medical Officer at Reddington Hospital
• 2023 TotalEnergies Young Graduate Trainee Program

Educational Qualification

• BS/BA in Journalism and/or graphic design-related field with 5 – 7 years of relevant experience in design work in print and electronic settings.
• Or MS/MA degree in graphic design-related field with 3 – 5 years relevant experience in design work in print and electronic settings.
• Skilled in word processing and graphic design software packages, preferably MAC-based software, such as Adobe Web/Design Collection, Final Cut Pro, Maya 3D.
• Skilled in programming languages such as PHP, JavaScript, HTML and CSS.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required.
• Prior experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO) is required.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public health sector systems and NGOs and CBOs is desired.
• A sound understanding of humanitarian assistance programming is required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of principles, theories and methods of communications, public relations, and journalism.
• Strong understanding of FHI 360 and donor IEC and branding policies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent video and photography skills.
• Ability to write, edit, and develop all facets of a publication.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff and recipients of assistance.
• Ability to regularly travel to field sites to document program activities.
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Method of Application

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Application Deadline: Not Specified.