Communication Assistant (NYSC)

About Us

R-DATS Consulting (‘R-DATS’) is a research, evaluation, data collection and statistical services firm. R-DATS uses advanced and innovative research, evaluation and statistical methods to gather high-quality data and generate strong evidence for impact and improved policy decisions. We support both local and international organizations, businesses, government ministries and agencies, and non-profits. The research, evaluation and data processing activities at R-DATS Consulting are guided by core ethical principles and data privacy standards of our organization, the organization we work for and the country where we are to carry out the assignments.  

Sectors of Research Interest: Health, WASH, Food Security and Nutrition, Education, Peace and Reconciliation, financial Inclusion and Consumer Protection and Humanitarian efforts.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Communication Assistant (NYSC)

Location: Abuja

Employment Type: NYSC

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the revision and implementation of R-DATS communication plans and strategies.
  • Support the development of R-DATS activity reports which may include graphics designs and analytics.
  • Create promotional and communication materials which involve brainstorming ideas.
  • Develop content for R-DATS social media (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other platforms as directed) and strategies to increase followership and engagement.
  • Respond to direct messages/comments on social media and monitor feed for relevant content development.
  • Develop simple graphics for social media using info graphics tools. 
  • General communications and administrative support

Required Qualifications

  • HND or BSc in Mass Communication, English Language, Marketing. Computer Science, Data Science or any other relevant discipline
  • A self-starter who needs minimal supervision and must have strong analytical skills
  • Conversant with the use of Microsoft Office Packages
  • Conversant with diverse social media platforms
  • Content Writing and graphic Design (Desirable)
  • Team player, Self-Motivated and Strong Customer-Service skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent formatting and editing skills (Desirable)
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multitask and work independently

Other Requirements

  • Corps Members currently in NYSC orientation camp are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must have been deployed to Abuja or have plans to redeploy to Abuja. 
  • Prior communication and administrative related internship experience is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date

  • 25th March 2021. Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis and only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Apply Now