Media Officer The International Committee of the Red Cross Vacancies

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Delegation in Abuja is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the vacancy of Media Officer

Jobs Detail

Job title: Media Officer

Job Location: Abuja

Qualification(s)

• University degree in Mass Media, Journalism, Communication or other relevant field

Job Experience & skills

• Minimum of 3 years experience in the media industry, in media relations or public relations
• Experience in print production required
• Experience in humanitarian work an asset
• Administration experience needed
• Fluent in written and spoken English/ knowledge of French is an asset
• Good written and communication skills
• Good analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent editing and presentation skills
• Very good knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PPT
• Excellent internet research skills
• Knowledge of graphic design an asset

Main Responsibilities

• Assist the ICRC with its media and communication activities
• Maintain regular contacts with journalists and their media organizations
• Write and distribute press releases or other relevant information to the press
• Prepare materials for dissemination via the ICRC website
• Assist the communication Department of the ICRC in dissemination, organizing seminars, workshops and other public events
• Keep information up to date and provide analysis when requested
• Coordinate the production and distribution of dissemination material to relevant audiences
• Write situations and analytical reports as needed

closing date: September 17 2010

How to apply for this job

Please submit your application (letter of motivation, CV, copies of certificates, referees) to the Administrator, ICRC Delegation in Abuja, No. 29 Kumasi Crecient, Off Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse II Abuja
Please clearly indicate Media Officer on your envelope.