Communication Officer - Ikeja

Communication Officer
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rnJob TypeFull Time
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rnQualification: BA/BSc/HND
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rnLocation : Lagos
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rnJob Field Media / Advertising / Branding
rnJob Description:
rnThe responsibilities of the Communication Officer include:
rnSource and draft original online content for the Program/project website, print publications and media outlets.
rnIn-charge of the communications function between the Program and relations with the outside world
rnManage the outgoing information linked to the organization and in charge of marketing the program
rnUpdate the intranet with new content
rnPrepare daily news briefs on issues in the health sector and program achievements
rnUpdate and manage contact database of Program partners, stakeholders and associates
rnManage the program/project mini-library
rnSupport speech writing through research on related subject
rnFoster positive relationships between program and the media
rnSupport generation of new ideas in the Public Affairs office
rnAsses the overall organization and content of the material to determine its suitability for the intended audience, medium, market and purpose.
rnSelect, create or secure appropriate visual elements (e.g. images, sidebars, headings, video clips) if necessary, in keeping with the requirements and constraints of the publication (e.g. budget, schedule, format, medium). Determine the appropriate content and length of captions.
rnIdentify, create, or secure appropriate supplementary and referencing material (e.g. glossaries, endnotes, web menu items, hyperlinks).
rnCommunicate clearly and diplomatically with the author or project supervisor to confirm structure, request clarification of content, and propose or negotiate broad editorial changes.
rnOffer overall support to the program as shall be assigned by the supervisor from time to time in the best interest of the organization.
rnQualifications
rnA Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication, Public relations or relevant qualifications
rnPrior service in Public Health related service is of added advantage.
rnKnowledge Requirements:
rnLanguage proficiency: English (Fluency in Both written and oral) is required
rnAbility to establish and maintain good relations with people at various levels and of different nationalities
rnProven knowledge of modern office procedures
rnProficiency in Microsoft Office