Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited Recruits Internal Communications Adviser/Editor

Shell companies have been finding and producing oil and gas around the world for over a century. Today, we have interests in exploration and production ventures in more than 80 countries and employ approximately 90,000 people.

This is a technically challenging work environment characterised by a continuing need for research, the pursuit of new technology, and the adoption of new ways of working. It demands people who will thrive in a culture that encourages and rewards innovation, collaboration and the ability to learn from success as well as failure.
Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) is the pioneer and leader of the petroleum industry in Nigeria. It is capable of producing an average of over one million barrels of oil equivalent per day. The company's operations are concentrated in the Niger Delta and adjoining shallow offshore areas

We are recruiting to fill the following position:

Job Title: Internal Communications Adviser/Editor

Job ID: F36954

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Responsibilities

• To support the Internal Communications Manger in coordinating and managing the production of Shell World Nigeria and other internal publications, journals, newsletters etc,and facilitating the timely dissemination of information to both internal and external stakeholders.
• To write, edit and publicise key messages and stories about the company and its employees in a variety of publications and media.
• To manage activities pertaining to the internal and external Shell Nigeria websites, Shell Nigeria’s social media strategy for effective reputation management and to promote goodwill to Shell's business.
• Source and develop stories and draw up story list for each quarterly edition of Shell World to accurately reflect and publicise the company's position and endeavours.
• Write, edit and publicise key messages and stories in a variety of publications and media including articles/stories for channels including print, web, videos and Shell reports.
• Manage and control information display on the Shell intranet/internet websites and social media forums to promote effective information dissemination.
• Undertake research,writing,editing and production of articles in support of other corporate publications to enhance internal and external communications through publications.
• Draft/edit/publish staff notifications.
• Responsible for editorial review of all internal and external documents as required before publication or external use.
• Help to develop and enforce consistent Shell writing style.

Requirements

• Native English speaker with excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Proficiency in other language(s) would be advantageous.
• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communication-related field and 5 - 7 years (corporate) experience in journalism, preferably with print/electronic/new media or a Master’s degree with 3 - 5 years experience.
• Communications experience in a variety of industries and countries is highly beneficial.
• Clear understanding/knowledge of print and web processes and objectives, and social media.
• Excellent business and creative writing skills
• Editing skills
• Ability to deliver on time under pressure
• Ability to cope with tight deadlines and a wide range of tasks simultaneously
• Openness, flexibility, creativity and focused on getting results
• High degree of enthusiasm and interest

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2013

Method Of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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