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:
- Conduct interviews for Institutional and official functions.
- Assist with content generation for Tiktok videos.
- Generate and write stories for the institutional newsletters (bulletin and Talking Drums).
- Provide intranet content for the web team.
- Curate posts for the IITA TV social media platforms.
- Provide communication backstopping for exhibitions, events and institutional activities.
- Generate content and produce the AgNovation series for IITA TV.
- Provide support for visitors and guests.
- Perform any other responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION:
BSc/HND in Mass communication, Marketing, Communication and Language Arts or any other related field with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must:
- Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
- Have excellent reporting skills.
- Have ability to coordinate, prioritize and organize workload.
Method of Application
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