Senior Multimedia Specialist – Production & Content, PCER1 at the African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

Job Title: Senior Multimedia Specialist – Production & Content, PCER1

The Hiring Department

• The purpose of the Communication and External Relations Department is to plan, prepare and implement public relations and institutional communication programs designed to make the Bank better known by its various audiences so as to promote social and economic development in Africa and to establish and maintain the Bank’s credibility and good reputation as Africa’s leading development finance institution. 
• The Department is also responsible for enabling the Bank to understand better how the institution is perceived both internally and externally.

The Positions

• The Senior Multimedia Specialist – Production and Content will be responsible for revising editorial material using international standards, providing strategic direction for multimedia content development, setting guidelines for multimedia content production, as well as liaising with internal and external partners.  

Key FunctionUnder the supervision and guidance of the Division Manager, External Relations (PCER2), the Senior Multimedia Specialist – Production and Content, will : 

• manage all aspects of video project production including scripting, filming, and editing to ensure timely delivery of professional video and photography digital content. 
• work with a team to create compelling and engaging digital content through video, photography, presentation, emerging media, and other multimedia applications.
• ensure continual creative improvement and actively contribute to a culture of innovation, excellence and accountability. 

Specifically, they will have the following responsibilities: 
Multimedia Production:

• Create, develop and manage the full video production process from start to finish including
• Pre-production – vision, strategy, script development, manage production timeline   
• Production – planning and managing video shoots and carrying out interviews as required 
• Post-production – video editing – narration, translation and subtitling
• Create and maintain production schedules taking into account changing project priorities, milestones, and resource constraints. 
• Analyse and prioritize requests for multimedia content  
• Ensure quality control for all visual media and ensure that creative content and products comply with brand standards, policies, directives, and client needs. 
• Achieve consensus among diverse viewpoints and effectively translate ideas into, actionable steps. 
• Manage content production and workflow from inception through completion, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned. This includes the development of budget estimates, resourcing, and project management 

Content Development:

• Creatively package and turn video footage into engaging multimedia content 
• Create video project success stories 
• Write treatments for motion graphic videos, live videos and photography projects including sound, graphics, animation, special effects and other visual forms to be included. 
• Serve as a creative point of contact by developing strong relationships with clients and colleagues. 
• Ensure all information is accurate before publishing, whether written or visual content, to prevent copyright infringements (e.g. plagiarism and ghost-written content) and discard any misrepresentation or defamation.  

Editorial

• Research and develop content for digital, online and print media to meet and exceed the Bank’s external and internal stakeholders’ expectations. 
• Coordinate contributions by other departments and complexes, teams/units on major initiatives, and obtain required clearance. 
• Identify and interview experts, conduct research, and write and analyse a broad range of material for multimedia projects and assignments 
• Collaborate with the editorial team on projects as necessary 

The incumbent will also undertake the following: 

• Ensure that the quality and accessibility of information on the Bank’s multimedia platforms is consistent with the image of the Bank as the leading development institution in Africa and its global role as a development organization. In this regard, the incumbent will ensure that the information posted and published is timely, accurate and conforms to the Bank’s information disclosure and editorial policies. 
• Ensure that all content received from departments and complexes is reviewed, edited and posted on the Bank’s communication platforms.  
• Proactively develop content and acquire organizational information. 
• Meet all required deadlines. 

Competencies (skills, experience, and knowledge)

• Hold at least a minimum of a Master’s degree or equivalent in Journalism, Communications International Relations, Public Affairs, Marketing, or other related disciplines. 
• Have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant and international experience in the private sector or a multi-lateral development organization. 
• Understanding of and experience with various media software tools. Proficiency in video and audio editing tools (Adobe Creative Suite preferred) is an advantage 
• Strong command of English and /or French, with a working knowledge of the other. Proficiency in both languages is an advantage. 
• Outstanding written and verbal skills, particularly the ability to synthesize complex messages and tailor them into simple, clear and non-academic language for different audiences in a creative, direct and lively style. 
• Demonstrable experience in reporting, writing and editing, especially for digital platforms, as well as experience working on scripts and treatments for a variety of multimedia products. 
• Experience in producing impactful infographics, digital content, and documentaries. 
• Ability to effectively work under pressure on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines. 
• Excellent collaboration skills with an ability to work independently.  
• Understanding of and experience with various media software tools. 
• Communication – Provide clear and concise oral and written communications; present oral information with clarity and adapt language to suit the requirements of a particular audience. 
• Problem Solving – Applies business knowledge to the resolution of problems and identifies solutions to the benefit of the client (internal and external) and the organization. 
• Client Orientation – Ensures that the client is considered to be of primary importance in all transactions and interactions. Understands, and anticipates client needs, and ensures that clients receive the best possible service from the Bank.
• Teamwork and relationship – Works with others to maximize the effectiveness of the team as a whole, and shares knowledge and workloads. Develops strong working relationships with colleagues and contributes to the creation of a positive team environment. 
• Project and Time Management – Ability to coordinate multiple workflows between in-house communications experts and external service providers in a timely manner. 
• Strong decision-making skills and proven ability to proffer solutions  
• Ability to motivate a multicultural team of communications experts (staff or consultants). 
• Ability to initiate and manage a production process that involves several internal stakeholders.
• Competence in the use of standard Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint). 

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is 3rd March, 2025. Therefore, qualified and interested candidates can “CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION” It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy.

Website:
Official Job Website: https://www.afdb.org/en/about-us/careers