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:
- Create media contents (print, broadcast, and internet) by exploring all ILRI West and Central Africa activities
- Conduct and cover interviews with stakeholders and recipients of ILRI's projects and interventions
- Provide advice on public relations campaigns and the production of promotional materials
- Create digital library, YouTube content, and monitor activities on LinkedIn
- Support the Communications Unit in West and Central Africa
- Coordinate and execute all training organized by ILRI
- Provide support for all training organized by ILRI-Nigeria, including post-training visits, activities, and reporting
- Cover communication, advocacy, and knowledge management for ILRI West and Central Africa
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION:
- Master's degree in communication studies and other related courses from a reputable institution. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of six (6) years' experience in performing a similar role in a well-structured environment. Professional certifications is an added advantage.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must:
- Be Proficient in Adobe Premier, VSDC, CANVA, Corel Draw, GIMP, and other design/video editing software
- Be adept at troubleshooting, problem-solving, and have hardware/software knowledge
- Have excellent attention to detail, active listening, and clear communication skills
- Have the ability to identify issues, plan improvements, measure success, and iterate
- Be Adept at resolving technical issues across hardware (printers, connectivity), multimedia equipment, and various gadgets. Quickly learns and adapts to operating and set up new devices
- Have News editing, Media Content Creation and Management skills
- Have Graphic Design and Video Editing skills
- Be capable of handling a range of IT tasks, including multimedia equipment setup
Method of Application
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