Assistant General Manager - Media Adviser Job at Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission

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Job Title: Assistant General Manager – Media Adviser

Employer: Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC)

Recruiter: ReStraL Limited

Division/Department: Office of the Chairman

Sector: Power

Job Summary: The Media Adviser is responsible for offering advise on strategic communication that would positively promote the Commssion's image in both print and electronic media and with the public at large. the job holder reports to the Chairman

Key Responsibilities:

1.   Advises the Commission through the Chairman on relationship with print and electronic press

2.   Formulates communication related policies with the management as well as ensures general administration of the unit

3.   Consults with stakeholders to enlist their support for all Commission's decisions and represents the Commission at important media and social gatherings and oversees media relations activities

4.   Initiates and carries out communication based researches

5.   Initiates media campaigns on the activities of the Commission

6.   Facilitates press & media relations for the Commission

7.   Promotes Commission's activities with local and international stakeholders and the media

8.   Works with other Divisions in creating public enlightenment programmes about the Commission for use in the print and electronic media

Person Specification:

Required Knowledge and Skills:

1.   Good knowledge of the electricity industry and understanding of the Commission's mandate

2.   Knowledge of current theories and practices in communication research, planning and strategy, and the role of mass media

3.   Analytical and conceptual skills to think and plan strategically. Skills and experience in communication programmes, monitoring, review and evaluation

4.   Good media relation skills

5.   Good organizational, leadership and supervisory skills, discipline & Integrity

6.   Must possess high levels of discipline and integrity; able to see projects through

7.   Strong Communication skills

8.   Excellent negotiation skills

Educational / Professional Qualifications:

1.   A first degree in Media Studies, Mass Communication, Political science or related discipline

2.   A Post graduate experience in media related areas will be an added advantage

Work Experience:

1.   Minimum of 18 years post-graduation experience

2.   Practical experience in media work, especially print journalism either as reporter, editor or columnist or all the above is critical

3.   Experience as media assistant or advisor to a high-ranking public official will be a clear advantage

Deadline: 8th August, 2013

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