Chemonics International Inc: Communication Director

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Chemonics International Inc, a leading International development firm based in Washington, DC (www.chomonics.com, seeks qualified candidate for a five year agricultural value-chain development project. The position will be based in Abuja. Any successful candidates will possess the following:

Communication Director:

Responsibilities: To oversee the design and manage the production of all communications and public awareness activities and materials related to implementing the Project, and supervise the project communications team, including the Technical Writer. The Communication Director will

lead the strategic development and implementation of all project communications activities in close collaboration with other project technical staff and support staff and work to create a ”climate of communication” within the project She/he and the communication staff will:

·         Update the communications strategy for the project as necessary

·         Ensure project compliance with USAID  communications and branding requirements

·         ensure the project website is updated regularly

·         Secure USAID’s approval for and organize press conferences and workshops for media representatives in relation to media events in conjunction with planned activities.

·         Establish guidelines and processes for project reporting, media outreach and final report planning

·         Facilitate the active participation of local project partners in the development of project communications events and materials, providing mentoring and training  to enhance their capacity in this area

·         Work closely with Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist to monitor the impact of public awareness / communications activities

·         Actively seek out and use current project, national and international data to inform the content of communications materials

·         Maintain a database of video and photographs consistent with USAID and Chemonics corporate photography guidance.

·         Perform and other task that is consistent with the Communications Directors’ skills and experience and this scope of work

Qualifications/Experience:

·         5+ years professional experience in communications

·         Educational background: BA or BS degree, MA preferred

·         Experience in developing and managing educational communication and public information programs

·         Understanding of USAID rules and regulations related to communication programs

·         Knowledge of cultural and communication norms and expectations for Nigeria

Please apply by emailing a full CV detailing all relevant professional experience and achievements,  a cover letter detailing qualifications in relation to the position, and three professional references not later than March 28, 2013 to: recruitment@nigeriamarkets.org

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