Communication Officer - SARD-SC Job at IITA Nigeria

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Job Title: Communication Officer – (SARD-SC) – (2 year renewable contract)

Location: Ibadan, Nigeria

Employer: International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the positions below at the Institute's Headquarters, Ibadan.

Responsibilities: The Communication Officer will report to the SARD-SC Project Coordinator through the Communication Office at IITA

Primary Duties:

•   Develop, coordinate, and implement a detailed communication plan/strategy for the SARD-SC project

•   Facilitate the dissemination of information on SARD-SC project activities through feature writing, press releases and social media

•   Prepare and collate project scheduled reports and other documentations

•   Promote and publicize SARD-SC project activities and results to various stakeholders

•   Write, edit, and produce articles and news stories on project related activities and findings and have these published in project newsletter or other outlets.

•   Develop and maintain good working relationships with the media including national, regional, and international newspapers, magazines, radio, and television

•   Monitor and document stories citing the SARD-SC project and work closely with the project M&E Specialist to ensure that write-ups and reports are captured and properly documented in project reports.

•   Maintain the SARD-SC project website and ensure that it is updated regularly with inputs from the different project commodity value chains.

•   Develop and package print/web/audiovisual and multimedia materials for the project from different project activities

•   Perform any other related duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualification, Experience and Skills:

•   B.Sc /HND in Mass Communication or a closely related field such as Agricultural Extension from a recognized University with at least 5 years working experience or a Master's degree in Communication or a closely related field with 2 years working experience.

•   Working experience in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams and environments is desirable.

•   Proficiency in the use of computers, database management software, Internet-based tools and other electronic communication tools is required.

•   Good understanding and knowledge of online social media tools such as Web 2.0 platforms, blog sites, etc.) and writing for the Web.

•   An excellent communication skill in English language is compulsory. A working knowledge of the French language will be an added advantage.

•   The candidates must also possess excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

General information: Initial appointment is for two years. Subsequent renewal of the contract will be decided based on research outputs and productivity, and continued need for the position.

Remuneration: We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

Method of Application:

Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft Word format. The curriculum Vitae must also include names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work and evidence of current remuneration package to IITA website.

Please complete our online application form using the link below.

Closing Date: 4th June, 2013

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