Communication Officer at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

Job Title: Communication Officer

Activities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy  for BIP, its subsidiaries and all its businesses and projects 
• Draft, edit, and produce high-quality written and visual content for various channels, including press releases, newsletters, reports, social media, and the project website.
• Oversee the project’s presence on social media platforms, including content scheduling, audience engagement, and performance analysis.
• Build and maintain relationships with local and national media outlets.
• Organize press briefings, media tours, and interviews with key project stakeholders.
• Maintain active communication with project stakeholders, officials, development partners, farmers, and the general public.
• Support stakeholders and consultants on events, workshops, field days, and other public activities, ensuring effective communication before, during, and after events.
• Prepared reports on communication activities and media engagement for newsletter publication.
• Coordinate with project partners and stakeholders to align communication efforts.
• Provided communication support to joint initiatives and collaborations

Candidate Profile

• MSc, B.Sc., HND, in Communication or related areas 
• A minimum of 2 (two) years’ working experience performing a similar role in a structured environment.
• Experience working with international research institutes, development organizations, and the public sector. 
• Ability to coordinate team in multi-organization teams and manage consultants. 
• Technical skill: Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) or video editing tools is an added advantage.
• Readiness to travel both scheduled and at short notices.
• Good written and verbal communication skills .
• Digital and social media literacy.
• Media relations.
• Creativity.
• Expertise in managing and mitigating reputational risk.
• Analytical skills.
• Understanding of resource management and operational procedures.
• Knowledge of Branding.
• Cross-cultural awareness.
• Problem-solving skills including the ability to prioritize and think quickly.

Application Instructions:

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