Senior Associate, Knowledge Management and Communications at an Indigenous Non-profit and Non-governmental Organization

We are an indigenous non-profit and non-governmental organization with Head Office in Abuja and field offices in several locations across Nigeria. We are in the business of saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians and especially for people living with; and affected by HIV. It is an organization built on strong core values, we believe strongly in commitment, innovation, inspiring leadership, and partnerships.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Associate, Knowledge Management and Communications

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Do You Have What It Takes To Join Us?

• We are in search of innovative, creative, and self-motivated talents with outstanding skills and proven track records in the advertised position.
• A reliable individual who is committed, audacious, accountable, and passionate (females and HIV community members are strongly encouraged to apply) with strong core values to work with our highly experienced team at our Head and state offices in the following capacities.
• A reliable executor who is flexible and can hit the ground running in aiding the organization achieve its goals as it aligns with saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians and especially for the most vulnerable. If this typifies you, kindly read on.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive knowledge management strategy aligned with the goals and objectives of the public health program.
• Collaborate with program leadership to integrate knowledge management into organizational processes and practices.
• Facilitate collaboration among program staff, partners, and stakeholders to encourage the exchange of knowledge.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to create and curate high-quality content, including reports, case studies, and best practices.
• Ensure the accuracy and relevance of information shared through various channels.
• Stay abreast of advancements in knowledge management technology and recommend tools that enhance information sharing and collaboration.
• Work with IT teams to integrate knowledge management systems with existing program infrastructure.
• Review, update and track implementation of the communications work plan to enhance the organizational brand, reach, and visibility.
• Lead the development of engaging and effective communication media materials for social and traditional media channels such as press releases, success stories, social media posts, etc.
• Ensure at least one success story/testimonial from each programmatic thematic area is developed, reviewed, edited, and approved every quarter.
• Assist in organizing communications components of the organization’s events, workshops, and meetings; including developing event scripts and coordinating prep sessions, getting graphics designed, setting up digital infrastructure for events.
• Travel to state offices for field visits and activities when required and ensure proper documentation of program activities such as testimonials from stakeholders, and beneficiaries.
• Provide social media, website, press, and other digital analytics across communications channels and recommend adaptations to enhance reach and achieve target program outcomes.
• Support the design, proofreading, and editing of programmatic progress reports, factsheets, and related materials.
• Ensure knowledge sharing and learning and oversee the development of syntheses and dissemination of lessons learned from the IRIS project between states and with external partners.
• Quality assure program materials developed by state and central office thematic leads, program partners (e.g. CBOs) to ensure that they are rights-based, of quality, and aligned with messaging frameworks and strategies.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the unit Director, or designate, which are consistent with this scope of work, and the general requirements of the program.

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• An Advanced Degree (M.A., MHS, MPH) in Public Health, Communications, Social Sciences, or a related area with at least 5 years of significant public health and/or communication experience.
• Proven experience in knowledge management/ or communications, preferably in a public health or healthcare setting is essential.
• Experience working on, and knowledge of, infectious diseases such as HIV and TB is highly desirable.
• Experience working with mass media partners is desirable.
• Ability to think strategically at a high level.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• An empowering approach to capacity building and a strong commitment to supporting others to learn and grow their skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to influence and negotiate.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills to meet tight deadlines.

Application Closing Date

May 20, 2024.