About Christian Aid
Home to more than 160 million people, Nigeria has the largest population and the second-largest economy in Africa, and has a major influence on the continent’s political agenda. However, Nigeria has a history of political instability, corruption, and mismanagement of public resources, and has recently seen religious and ethnic conflict. As a result, more than half of Nigeria’s population still lives in poverty. Despite four peaceful transitions of power since a return to civilian rule in 1999, Nigeria’s politics continue to be characterized by patronage, ineffective opposition, low voter turnout, and voting along ethnic and religious lines.
About the role
The role works within the Strategic Communications team but is domiciled in the Small Holder Farmers team in Adamawa. The role will be line managed by the Senior Programme Coordinator, Communications, working closely with them to ensure proper and adequate communication of project activities in line with CA Communication guidelines. The role holder leads all media engagement for the country program in the Northeast and will support all policy and advocacy efforts as regards the Climate Adaptability program. The support provided by the role will include technical support to partners and staff to strengthen their capacity for strategic communications and SBCC.
About you
- The role holder must be educated to degree level or equivalent in Mass Communication, social science, or its equivalent with good editorial skills, high proficiency in written/spoken English, and ability to translate complexities into material that is compelling, jargon-free, and accessible.
- He or she must have significant working experience in a similar position with an INGO, excellent time and project management skills, coupled with a high level of multi-tasking and situational awareness, a basic understanding of document and database management, and proficiency with all MS applications- Intermediate to advance level.
- The role holder must have substantial knowledge of supporting programs and program staff in international and national agencies, good interpersonal and communication skills, and familiarity with working with faith-based institutions in Nigeria.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Christian Aid on jobs.christianaid.org.uk to apply