Communication Officer at the Government of Enugu State (World Bank Assisted Projected)

The Government of Enugu State, through the State Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, in Collaboration with Enugu State Focal Office, World Bank/Development Partner Projects is desirous of engaging suitably qualified candidates for the AgroProcessing, Productivity Enhancement and Livelihood Support (APPEALS) World Bank Assisted Project.

Therefore, we invite applications from qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Communication Officer (State)

Location: Enugu

Functions and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of SPC tile-specialist, will develop and implement communication strategy, and programs, and other EEC materials for the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master's Degree in Development Communications, Mass Communication, MBA, Agricultural Extension, and related discipline
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in development communication
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to prepare multimedia content e.g. features, articles, press releases, blog etc.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain partnerships with media organizations
• Well-developed understanding of social media and digital communications
• Communication experience in a private or public sector-environment highly regarded
• Experience with Content Management Systems
• Manage and maintain a website in collaboration with ICT/MIS Officer
• Responding to media queries.

Application Closing Date
5th March, 2019.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications, which should be addressed and forwarded to:
The Honorable Commissioner,
Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources,
No. 1 Garden Avenue/Okpara Avenue,
G.R.A., Enugu State.
Or
Enugu State Focal Office,
World Bank/Development Partner Projects,
Room E17, 4th Floor, Abuja Building,
Government House,
Enugu State.