The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is one of the world's leading research partners in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. Our award-winning research for development (R4D) addresses the development needs of tropical countries. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. We are a nonprofit organization founded in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported by several countries. Our mission is to enhance food security and improve livelihoods in Africa through research for development (R4D). We use the R4D model in setting a research course that addresses major development problems in Africa rather than simply contributing to scientific knowledge. It has proven to be an effective mechanism for agricultural research development. We and our partners have delivered about 70% of the international research impact in sun-Saharan Africa in the last three decades.
DUTIES:
- Produce content for IITA communication channels, such as the IITA Web site, Radio IITA, IITA TV, print and online media platforms, with a focus on gender, social science, agribusiness, and IITA innovations.
- Develop and write impact stories/blogs/posts for the weekly institutional newsletter (Talking Drums).
- Assist the media team in planning and covering events, and reporting and writing stories.
- Provide support for gender, social science, and agribusiness using various media including newsletters, social media, radio and TV, and other online platforms.
- Backstop science communication to enhance learning and uptake of research-generated knowledge.
- Develop science stories/blog posts from journal articles.
- Conduct interviews with scientists on IITA innovations and research outputs.
- Support media outreach and campaigns on IITA innovations, gender, youth, and agribusiness.
- Promote IITA’s visibility through effective storytelling and advocacy.
- Perform any other job-related duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
QUALIFICATION:
- BSc/HND in Communication, Journalism or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must:
- Be experienced in simplifying technical and complex subject matter.
- Have storytelling ability.
- Have very good verbal and written skills.
- Have good interview skills, good interpersonal relationships.
- Have knowledge of media monitoring, graphic, and CMS software’s.
- Have basic photography skills.
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