Public Affairs Officer at British High Commission (BHC)

Employment Nigeria 26-Aug-2017 LAGOS , Public Relations Administrative

POSITION : Press and Public Affairs Officer

DESCRIPTION

The main objectives are to deliver and implement a range of communications tasks to support and project the objectives of HMG in Nigeria.
Duties will include, but will not be limited to, designing text and audio-visual material for use on the BHC media channels, and working with a broad range of media stakeholders to deliver HMG messages.
The successful candidate will also provide tailored communications planning support to HMG departments working on the BHC platform.
The role is based in Lagos, contributing to the larger communications team based in Abuja.
Reporting to the Head of Communications in Abuja, the successful candidate will work within the Communications Team as the Lagos based Press and Public Affairs Officer.

Responsibilities

Provide media support to the Deputy British High Commissioner and British High Commissioner on visits to Lagos and the South West.
Create graphics to communicate messages that inspire, inform and engage audiences on the BHC digital channels.
Photograph and record BDHC and other HMG departments’ activities as required
Work with Lagos based HMG departments, including British Council, DFID, DIT UKVI to establish and implement appropriate campaign plans ensuring cross HMG communication is coordinated both within Lagos and across the network
Monitor digital, print and broadcast media for issues of interest to the UK mission in Nigeria
Effectively manage media relationships acting as the first point of contact for interviews and media requests including drafting news releases and press lines

Essential Qualifications

Familiarity with messaging for digital diplomacy
Strong collaborative skills including professional and confident communication with external stakeholders and team members
Ability to maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Thorough knowledge of social media, including the ability design strategy and analyse usage in order to shape BHC engagement and to focus campaigns
Appropriate work experience in a media, marketing, advertising or public relations role
Excellent analytical, writing, communication and presentation skills
3 to 5 years experience work experience in a media, advertising, marketing or public relations role

Qualifications and Experience

The ability to work as part of a busy, creative team, as well as willingness to provide support to team members when needs be
Familiarity with messaging for digital diplomacy
Resilience, flexibility and ability to deliver quality under pressure and strict timelines
Evidence of maintaining effective professional networks of contacts
Evidence of designing and delivering communications plans
Project or event management/experience

Required Competencies:

Making Effective Decisions, Leading and Communicating, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service

Monthly Salary
N521, 826

Start Date
1st September, 2017.

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