Call for Application: Communication Assistant 

POSITION: Communication Assistant 

NUMBER OF OPENINGS: One (1)

Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
LOCATION: Abuja

Job Type: Full-Time

Employment type: Contract

Duration: Two years

GENERAL FUNCTIONS
The Communication Assistant will be responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies, ensuring high-quality and timely inputs, and ensuring that each project activity is captured and uploaded online. The Communication assistant will be responsible for drafting and editing media releases and other communication materials and assisting the ICT Officer in preparing newsletters and additional Information, Communication, and Educational materials for publication. The Communication assistant collaborates closely with the project team and Government officials, private sector, non-government, and civil society organizations.

Responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement an effective communications strategy based on DEVATOP’s target audience.
• Write, edit, and distribute content, including publications, press releases, website content, news reports of events, and articles.
• Develop social media messages/content—Collate social media analytics and metrics.
• Develop monthly Newsletters for dissemination among DEVATOP email subscribers.
• Facilitating webinars and organization’s activities.
• Implement internal and external communications strategies and projects.
• Preparing presentations and reports.
• Updating media contact lists.
• Perform other duties as required by the employer.

Qualifications for Communication Assistant

• Prior experience working as a communication assistant, preferably within the NGO sector..
• Proficient with computer technology and Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficiency in using social media platforms, content management systems, and digital marketing tools.
• Strong training & facilitation skills. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. 
• Sharp attention to detail with an extraordinary ability to multitask.
• A reliable and diligent worker.

Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, International Relations, or a related field. 
• Professional Certification in Communication, Journalism, Public relation, Advertising or any relevant field is an added advantage.

To Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a Cover Letter explaining their suitability for the role to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Application Deadline: Ongoing until positions are filled up.

Note: 

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
• Applications are reviewed in the order of arrival, and we reserve the right to close the advert before the term initially indicated if suitable applications are received. 
• This organization does not charge any fees for  submission of job applications and interviews.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

About Us:  Devatop Centre for Africa Development is one of the leading tech-driven human rights organization dedicated to the promotion and protection of human rights, with a focus on combating human trafficking, gender-based violence, child abuse, and exploitation. Since our establishment in 2016, we have been at the forefront of creating sustainable solutions to address the challenges faced by vulnerable populations in Africa.