Job Title: Communications and Knowledge Management Coordinator
Location: Nigeria
Recruiter: GRID Consulting Limited
One of the leading Consulting firms in Nigeria working with a range of clients including international agencies like USAID and UKAID, international governments, the private sector, academic institutions, and civil society in providing technical expertise and managing several development programmes is seeking to employ a Knowledge Management and Communications Coordinator.
This position will oversee the set-up and manage the organization's information and communication system which includes; review of technical briefs, factsheets and website supervision.
Main Duties include:
• The job holder will be responsible for developing and implementing GRID's internal communication policy and plans.
• S/he will be responsible for developing tools required for capturing information/reports and disseminating amongst from partners, programmes as well internally and cross-functional amongst departments and within GRID.
• The position will provide support to the organization in ensuring that appropriate information/communications systems (including editorial of reports, technical briefs, case studies, fact-sheets, web-content) are in line with the strategic vision of the organization; and are utilized for knowledge sharing and capacity building within the organization.
• Developing channel and methods of communicating within GRID staff, partners and programmes; Carrying on relevant online research on new methodologies and initiatives relating to the business.
• Excellent communication (orally and in writing) and management skills, with demonstrated ability to take the lead in developing learning tools required communication as well as for the set-up of a Knowledge Management unit.
• Ability to work comfortably as a team leader and thrive in a fast-paced environment with a problem-solving and proactive approach to challenges.
Qualified candidates should possess the following:
• As a member of the mid-management team, a minimum educational qualification of a Master's degree in any of the Social Sciences is required.
• The ideal candidate must have at least 5 – 7years working experience with a proven track record of high performance in a coordinating role.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills. Strong computer skills, and familiarity with information and communications systems .
• Previous working experience in lead role and within projects is essential as well as previous knowledge experience in the set-up of a communications and information unit will be an added advantage.
• A Excellent computer and web-development skills is required and familiarity with information and communication systems.
How to Apply:
Candidates who fully meet the above requirements should submit a detailed CV and application online.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: 7th, June 2013.
Terms and Conditions of Employment: The appointment is a permanent position with a minimum of six months probationary period. Some travel within Nigeria maybe required. The remuneration package is been tailored to attract candidates with the ideal profile.
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