Consultant for the Development of Communication Strategy at ActionAid Nigeria

Objectives

• Develop a comprehensive communication strategy that addresses the needs and challenges of PCVE programming in Nigeria.
• Enhance awareness and understanding of PCVE objectives among stakeholders, including state and non-state actors.
• Improve collaboration and coordination among stakeholders through effective communication channels.
• Foster public support and engagement in PCVE activities and interventions.
• Explore empowerment opportunities and engagement through private sectors funding, co- creation for creating endowment fund and other climate driven initiatives for investment to build resilience.

Scope of Work:
The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Conduct a situational analysis of the current communication landscape related to PCVE in Nigeria.
• Identify key stakeholders and audiences for the communication strategy.
• Develop a communication strategy that includes objectives, key messages, channels, and tools for effective communication.
• Propose a detailed action plan for the implementation of the communication strategy.
• Provide recommendations for capacity building and training needs to ensure effective execution of the strategy.
• Develop monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to assess the impact of the communication strategy.

Deliverables:

• Situational analysis report.
• Stakeholder and audience analysis.
• Draft communication strategy document.
• Finalized communication strategy document, including an action plan.
• Recommendations for capacity building and training.
• Monitoring and evaluation framework.

Qualifications and Experience
The consultant should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Proven experience in developing communication strategies, preferably in the field of PCVE or related areas.
• Strong understanding of the socio-political context of Nigeria and the dynamics of violent extremism in the region.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and community groups.
• Relevant academic qualifications in communication, media studies, international relations, or a related field.

Duration:

• The consultancy is expected to last for 35 days from the day of commencement.