ActionAid (AA) Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, which is a global alliance of organisations working towards achieving a world without poverty and injustice in which every person enjoys the right to a life with dignity. As a large and visible development organisation, we work in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and America. Our expertise lies in community-led approaches to development and working through partnerships with the poor and other grass root organisations.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Digital Engagement Intern
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Job type: Contract
Duration: 1 year
Summary
- The Intern position is an opportunity offered by ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) for young graduates to earn a post-NYSC experience.
- It is therefore both a learning and value-adding relationship between interns and AAN.
- The intern is expected to take advantage of the space offered for experience gathering and self-development while providing quality service to ActionAid Nigeria
Job Purpose
- The overall purpose of this position is to strategically manage and strengthen the social media presence of key leadership within the organisation.
- The role will leverage digital platforms to amplify the organisation’s impact, highlight leadership contributions to social justice, policy influence, advocacy, and humanitarian efforts, and foster meaningful engagement with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- A high level of discretion and a strong commitment to confidentiality are essential, especially when handling sensitive issues.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities:
Content Creation:
- Develop engaging and relevant content for all social media platforms of the ActionAid Nigeria’s leadership ensuring that curated content aligns with ActionAid's mission and values.
- Curate and share innovative multimedia content and designs (graphics, videos, infographics, photos) that showcase the professional achievements, thought leadership, and positive impact of the ActionAid’s engagements and activities.
Brand Representation:
- Effectively manage and represent a high-level professional profile on social media platforms, ensuring all content aligns with ActionAid’s mission and values.
- Encourage and facilitate the sharing of insightful articles, blogs, and opinion pieces authored by the individual, positioning them as a credible voice in social justice, advocacy, and humanitarian discourse.
- Align the social media presence with emerging topics, trends, and conversations relevant to social justice, development, and advocacy.
Social media management:
- Regularly update and maintain the social media accounts under the guidance and approval of the communications Coordinator.
- Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and mentions on the social media platforms.
Key Working Relationships:
- Internal Relationships: Entire AAN team
- External Relationships: Project Partners, Service Providers, and Consultants
Persons Specification
Education/Qualifications:
- First degree in Mass Communication or any relevant field is essential
Experience:
- Relevant NYSC experience in the related fields.
- Proficient in using major social media platforms such as X, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
- Knowledge of Content production; video, graphics design.
- Proficiency in mobile photography and videography.
Skills/Abilities:
- Comfortable using social media management tools, mobile graphic design software and mobile editing tools for content creation.
- Basic understanding of analytics tools to track social media performance.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable and responsible with a strong sense of accountability.
- Enthusiasm for the organization's mission and values.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
- Able to manage time effectively to meet posting schedules and deadlines.
- Flexibility with work hours
- A keen eye for detail to ensure accuracy and professionalism in social media posts.
- The ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity is highly essential.
Personal Qualities:
- Creative and takes initiative.
- Comfortable approaching and engaging with people in public settings.
- Team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
- Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment
- Ability to relate with AAN’s mission values, and objectives.
- Proactive and self-motivated with a positive attitude.
- Reliable and responsible with a strong sense of accountability.
- Able to manage time effectively to meet posting schedules and deadlines.
- Flexibility with work hours