Sep 19, 2013

Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria Recruits Communications Officer

Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria Recruits Communications Officer

Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represe8nt significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice. SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Communications Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State 

Description
A solid understanding of new-media and internet technologies and social media, and experience of working with Web Content Management Systems would be essential.
A working knowledge of conventional media; radio, newspaper and television particularly in how the organization can utilise these tools to address the various issues plaguing the Niger Delta region.
Knowledge of the social, economic and political situation in the Niger Delta region.

Requirements

  • The candidate should possess BA in Mass Communication, Media Studies or Journalism with at least 3 years working experience in a similar role within the NGO/civil sector.
  • Previous experience in the media industry is an advantage.
  • The candidate should have the following knowledge and skills.
  • Proven writing skills particularly in the art of storytelling, summarizing long articles into simple digestible bits of information, publication of press releases, designing campaign messages, slogans and other types of communication material.
  • Ability to conceptualize, design and implement major information campaigns.
  • Proficiency in one the languages spoken within the Niger Delta.
  • Knowledge of international development issues would be an advantage.


Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.

Application Closing Date 
23rd September, 2013

How to Apply 
Interested and qualified candidates should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.

Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org

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