We maintain and develop relations between the UK and Nigeria. The British High Commission in Abuja provides services to British nationals living in and visiting Nigeria.
We monitor the political situation in Nigeria and seek to strengthen the bilateral relationship.The Consular Section at the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos, and our consular network throughout the country, provide assistance to British nationals visiting or living in Nigeria.
Job Title: Press and Public Affairs Officer
Ref No: 15/17 LOS
Location: Lagos
Grade: B3 (L)
Type of Position: Fixed Term
Duration of Post: 24 months
Start Date: 1st October 2017
Job Category: Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Policy & Political roles)
Job Subcategory: Communications, Press and Media
Main Purpose of Job
- This is an exciting role in a part of Africa that has received renewed UK and Ministerial attention since the election in 2015 of President Buhari.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Evidence of maintaining effective professional networks of contacts
- Evidence of designing and delivering communications plans
- 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
- Project or event management/experience
- Making Effective Decisions, Leading and Communicating, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service
- Employees recruited locally by the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Nigeria.
- All applicants must be legally able to work in the country of application with the correct visa/status or work permit.
- Employees who are not eligible to pay local income tax: e.g. certain third-country nationals and spouses/partners of UK diplomats will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
- Reference and security clearances checks will be conducted.
- Any questions you may have about this position will be answered during the interview, should you be invited.
- Information about the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Competency Framework can be found on this link:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-competency-framework
- Successful candidates not resident in Country will be personally liable for costs and arrangements to relocate, including accommodation and work permits.
- Complete the application form in full as the information provided will be used for screening purposes.
- Check your application and attachments before you submit your application, as you will not be able to make any changes once submitted.
- The British Deputy High Commissionill never ask you to pay a fee or money to apply for a position.
N521, 826.
How to Apply
Interested persons should CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE
Deadline: 13th August, 2017.
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