INSTITUTE FOR MEDIA AND SOCIETY
No.3 Emina Crescent, Off Toyin Street, P.O. Box 16181, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
Phone: +234-903-294-3342 Email: info@imesoimeso.org www.imesoimeso.org imesoimeso@twitter.com https://www.facebook.com/imesoimeso
April 29, 2019
RECRUITMENT OF PROGRAMME OFFICER – SOCIAL AND BEHAVIOUR CHANGE
The Institute for Media and Society (IMS) is an independent, non-governmental organization based in Nigeria. It aims to help build and improve the communication capacity and environment of the media, civil society and governance institutions to facilitate improved participation in democracy and development in Nigeria.
The Institute intends to recruit a Programme Officer into its Social and Behaviour Change Programme.
Position Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Length of contract: One (1) year with possibility to renew for a second year
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the development and implementation of Social and Behaviour Change Programme
- Maintain a database of human and material resources for project implementation
- Contribute to yearly programme/project plans
- Participate in the implementation of activities
- Produce activity reports and link with ME&L team.
- Liaise with partners and other organisations that are implementing similar programmes.
- Perform related tasks as assigned
Competencies
- Understanding of social and behaviour change theories and application in various development sectors
- Familiarity with institutions that work on social and behaviour change locally and internationally
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong analytical, writing and reporting skills
Qualifications and Experience
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Political Science, Development Studies or other relevant fields
- A higher degree will be an advantage
Experience:
- A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in development sector
- Good field record
Language Requirements:
- Fluency in both spoken and written English
- Skill in any Nigerian (indigenous) language will be an asset.
Method of Application
Interested persons should submit their CV with a Cover Letter to: The Manager, Finance and Administration (Institute for Media and Society): info@imesoimeso.org imesoimeso@hotmail.com on or before close of business on Thursday, May 9, 2019. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview after review of applications.
