Home to more than 160 million people, Nigeria has the largest population and the second largest economy in Africa, and has a major influence on the continent’s political agenda. However, Nigeria has a history of political instability, corruption and mismanagement of public resources, and has recently seen religious and ethnic conflict. As a result, more than half of Nigeria's population still live in poverty. Despite four peaceful transitions of power since a return to civilian rule in 1999, Nigeria’s politics continue to be characterised by patronage, ineffective opposition, low voter turnout and voting along ethnic and religious lines. Most of Nigeria’s wealth is held by a tiny economic and political elite and many people feel powerless to challenge the current system, campaign for their rights or hold their g
About the role
The role works within the Strategic Communications team but domiciled in the Small Holder Farmers team in Adamawa. The role will be line managed by the Senior Programme Coordinator, Communications, working closely with them to ensure proper and adequate communication of projects activities in-line with CA Communication guidelines. The role holder leads on all media engagement for the country programme in the Northeast and will support all policy and advocacy efforts as regards the Climate Adaptability programme. The support provided by the role will include technical support to partners and staff to strengthen their capacity for strategic communications and SBCC.
About you
- The role holder must be educated to degree level or equivalent in Mass Communication, social science, or its equivalent with good editorial skills, high proficiency in written/spoken English, and ability to translate complexities into material that is compelling, jargon-free, and accessible.
- He or she must have significant working experience in a similar position with an INGO, excellent time and project management skills, coupled with a high level of multi-tasking and situational awareness, basic understanding of document and database management, and proficient with all MS applications- Intermediate to advance level.
- The role holder must have substantial knowledge of supporting programmes and programme staff in international and national agencies, good interpersonal and communication skills, and familiarity in working with faith-based institutions in Nigeria.
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