Girl Effect Nigeria is in the process of identifying Creative individuals who will support and shape the production and growth of our content in Nigeria over the next two years. To support our current and future programming at Girl Effect Nigeria, we need to be agile in collaborating with multiple experts who can use our expertise in social and behavior change communication as a springboard for creating compelling and engaging content for young audiences.

We want to create a roster of known creative individuals we have vetted and can call upon when relevant and aligned projects arise at Girl Effect Nigeria. We would like to work with

• Copywriter: Write clear, compelling, social behaviour change copy for various mediums (e.g. ads, blog posts, social media creatives, short-form scripts, radio spots/dramas, newsletters).
• Video/Content Editor: Develop animated sequences, motion graphics, or visual effects that enhance the storytelling and visual appeal of the campaign videos. Utilize 2D or 3D animation techniques to bring key concepts to life.
• Photographers/Videographers: Capture picture and video content across all GE Nigeria content/assets needs; campaign shoots, stock image development, site visits, and stakeholder meetings.
• Translators: Translate all relevant messaging and content into three key languages, Yoruba, Hausa and Pidgin English.
• Social Media Manager: Manage GEN brands’ social media accounts across (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and TikTok).

If you work in the creative industry and are passionate about unlocking the power of girls,  then we would like to work with you.

We believe that building steady creative partnerships will reduce the time spent on administrative processes such as agency identification, onboarding, and due diligence, giving us all more time to focus on building great products and great content.

How Will It Work? 

We do not expect one applicant to fulfil all our criteria, but we welcome applications from individuals who can help us understand how their experience, knowledge, and skills could enable us to reach our objectives around unlocking change for young people through media and tech.

We are extending the opportunity for you to potentially join our Create roster on a retainer contract for one to two years, with agreed-upon rates. This positions you to become an integral part of the team, playing a crucial role in creating a better world for girls.

IMPORTANT: Please ensure you send in your submissions and register using this link. Consultants must be available from October 2024 and be able to jump onto projects with a lead time of no more than 2 weeks. The Girl Effect team will provide a clear brief for pieces of work based on an agreed-upon template, for which the vendor will propose the number of days required for completion. We will be using Asana to keep track of all activities and would need the vendor also to be able to update progress as per the set-up activities.

What We Value

• Alignment with our mission and commitment to empowering adolescent girls
• An understanding of and (ideally lived) experience in the countries we work in
• Empathy, curiosity and excellent communication skills
• The ability to really listen to our needs and drive to strive for the best solutions
• A supportive mindset to help our teams and partners develop their skills and knowledge
• Openness and honesty about where we could improve
• Portfolio of work demonstrating experience working on projects targeting youth and possibly health outcomes

Who You Are

Skills and expertise:

• You are based in Nigeria and can travel within the country.
• Strong language skills in speaking, writing, presenting, and reading in  English Language. Any other Nigerian languages or dialects are a bonus.
• Experience creating health-related content/Behavior change content production in the field of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights and Economic Empowerment would be a massive bonus.
• Demonstrate a strong sense of creativity and ability to generate fresh ideas and innovative content that captivate girls and women.
• Effective organization and project management skills to ensure smooth task execution, meet deadlines, and coordinate with team members.
• Strong sense of photographic and illustrated poster design, creative storytelling, art direction, user experience, motion, and marketing, and possess ideation skills that stretch across various communication media.
• Proficiency in relevant media, script-writing & production, equipment, and tools (such as editing software, cameras, and audio equipment) for seamless project execution.
• Ability to work well in a team, collaborate with others, and communicate ideas and feedback effectively in the collaborative environment of media production.
• Quick thinking and the ability to troubleshoot issues during production ensure projects stay on track and deliver high-quality results.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate execution and high-quality output in media production projects.
• Up-to-date knowledge and ability to write/direct a compelling narrative that engages the audience and serves the project’s vision in accordance with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in media and production to deliver cutting-edge work.
• Clear and effective communication, both written and verbal, to convey ideas, instructions, and feedback to team members, girls and young women.
• Someone who enjoys media & technology and exploring content through products like Digital, Print, Broadcast, Communities, Blogs, etc.
• Basic safeguarding and digital safeguarding knowledge are a plus.
• Familiarity with tools such as Google Suit, Asana, and Slack is a bonus.

Requirements:  

• At least 3+ years of relevant work experience in your field of work. Previous work experience in Nigeria is an advantage.
• Excellent language skills in speaking, writing, presenting, and reading in  English Language. With experience creating health-related/behaviour change content.
• Bilingual with strong language skills in speaking, writing, and presenting in the three key languages (Yoruba, Hausa and Pidgin English).
• Social media savvy. Must be up to date on the best practices, trends and metrics for optimal reach, growth and engagement across key social platforms.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity about the cultures within which Girl Effect Nigeria operates.
• Experience working remotely with colleagues and/or field agencies and the ability to work effectively in multicultural teams with varying expertise, skills and backgrounds,
• Creative and inquisitive mindset,
• Ability to communicate and build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, consultants, vendors and clients,
• Commitment to realizing the potential of girls and to the vision and values of Girl Effect.