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October 9, 2024
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
Oyo
Communication Officer
- We seek a skilled and experienced Communication Officer to join our team at IITA-BIP. The Communications Officer is in charge of managing and enhancing the organization's public image, handling internal and external communications, and producing internal newsletters for the organization.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies that enhance awareness and visibility for the IITA-BIP and provide support for coordinating and leading all communication of all its projects and businesses.
- The role involves content creation, media management, social media engagement, and stakeholder relations to promote the project's objectives and progress.
Developed Communication Strategy:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy for BIP, its subsidiaries and all its businesses and projects
- Draft, edit, and produce high-quality written and visual content for various channels, including press releases, newsletters, reports, social media, and the project website.
- Oversee the project’s presence on social media platforms, including content scheduling, audience engagement, and performance analysis.
- Build and maintain relationships with local and national media outlets.
- Organize press briefings, media tours, and interviews with key project stakeholders.
- Maintain active communication with project stakeholders, officials, development partners, farmers, and the general public.
- Support stakeholders and consultants on events, workshops, field days, and other public activities, ensuring effective communication before, during, and after events.
- Prepared reports on communication activities and media engagement for newsletter publication.
- Coordinate with project partners and stakeholders to align communication efforts.
- Provided communication support to joint initiatives and collaborations
- MSc, B.Sc., HND, in Communication or related areas
- A minimum of 2 (two) years of working experience performing a similar role in a structured environment.
- Experience working with international research institutes, development organizations, and the public sector.
- Ability to coordinate team in multi-organization teams and manage consultants.
- Technical skill: Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) or video editing tools is an added advantage.
- Readiness to travel both scheduled and at short notices.
- Good written and verbal communication skills .
- Digital and social media literacy.
- Media relations.
- Understanding of resource management and operational procedures.
- Knowledge of Branding.
- Cross-cultural awareness.
- Creativity.
- Expertise in managing and mitigating reputational risk.
- Analytical skills.
- Problem-solving skills including the ability to prioritize and think quickly.
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