Media & Communication Team Lead at Oxfam Nigeria

Oxfam is an international confederation of 17 organizations (affiliates) committed to creating a just world without poverty. In Nigeria Oxfam works in the areas of Economic Justice/Sustainable Livelihoods, Humanitarian Programming to save lives, Advancing Gender Justice and Good Governance, adopting a right based approach.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Media & Communication Team Lead

Location: Flexible in Africa Region
Job Type: Fixed Term
Contract: 4 years fixed term
One Oxfam Grade: B2
Start Date: Not Available
Level: Technical
Hours: 36

The Role

• Oxfam International’s Africa Platform is looking for a Media and Communication team Lead who will provide strategic media, communication, and social media advice to senior-level staff at Oxfam in Africa level in the development of plans, matters of brand risk, crisis communication and to maximise communications impact.
• This role will profile Oxfam’s work at different media and in wider communications to support Oxfam’s public engagement including fundraising and campaign goals.

Requirements
 We are looking for a person with:

• Qualification in Media Studies or Journalism.
• At least 7 years’ experience as a journalist or media specialist
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English and other languages particularly French are highly desirable.
• Exceptional multi-media and story-gathering skills.
• Ability to lead complex projects.
• Ability to represent the organisation in high-profile and high-pressured external environments.
• Proven ability in strategic thinking and leadership.
• Innovative and creative approach to problem solving.

What We Offer

• At Oxfam, we believe that every aspect of our work can lead to a positive outcome. If you have the same opinion, together with the ability to meet the challenges involved, this role offers scope for immense personal fulfilment - as well as outstanding opportunities to develop your career.
• Oxfam is committed to providing a fair compensation package and to providing a flexible, supportive, working environment

Salary
In line Oxfam values and according to location (National)

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2023 (23:59).

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• Please upload an up to date CV and a covering letter, clearly explaining your suitability against the essential criteria.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be shortlisted- usually within 2 weeks of the closing date.
• Oxfam International is unable to guarantee the obtaining of a work permit for the role. Candidates must have and be able to retain the legal right to work in the location.We are not able to support the relocation of a candidate to take up the position in an Oxfam location.