Oct 17, 2018
Role Purpose
This role provides professional technical, communications and administrative support to the Nutrition team. The Post holder will develop and maintain high quality mobile applications for the A&T and WINNN programme
He/She be expected to collaborate with implementation teams to develop functional mobile applications, while working in a fast-paced department
The post holder is also expected to provide critical support to data/information management and communications activities, assisting the Alive and Thrive team by developing and implementing an appropriate communications products and outputs for the team
S/he will work closely with the Alive and Thrive team both in the States and Country Office, to plan their communications, logistics and administrative needs. Also, s/he will support the team in meeting documentations, compilation and filing of Project reports and other relevant Project documents
The post holder will support the entire application lifecycle (concept, design, test, release and support), produce fully functional mobile applications, gather user requirements and suggest solutions, Troubleshoot and debug applications to optimize performance
Design interfaces (plan new features) to improve user experience in collaboration with the Nutrition and IT teams
He/She will ensure that new and legacy applications meet quality standards, research and suggest new mobile products, applications and protocols based on acceptability and usage from implementation sites while staying up-to-date with new technology trends.
S/he will be responsible for implementing and developing a variety of communications pieces including email announcements, communications and training materials as agreed.
Scope of Role
The post holder will work closely with Programme Manager and Senior SBCC Officer.
Reports to: A&T Programme Manager
Matrix Manager – IT Manager
Key Deliverables
Develop functional mobile application for WINNN & Alive & Thrive
Development of infographics and other visual content for mobile app
Support the design, test, release and support of the mobile app
Ensure that all legacy audio visual content from WINNN & Alive and Thrive are migrated to the mobile app
Management of all audio-visual content of the nutrition team and uploading unto the app
Setting up and roll out of mobile app on programme mobile devices for beneficiaries
Training of beneficiaries and rollout of application use in Lagos, Kaduna, Jigawa and Yobe states
Development of online marketing and publicity
Lead the design and roll out of the A&T IPC component through mobile phones
Support the state teams on the use of mobile phone technology for IPC and reporting
Ensure IT support for the project and users
The job duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the Post holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience. Qualifications, Experience and Skills
Proven work experience as a Mobile Developer
Demonstrable portfolio of released applications
In-depth knowledge of at least one programming language like Swift and Java
Experience with third-party libraries and APIs
Familiarity with OOP design principles
Excellent analytical skills with a good problem-solving attitude
Ability to perform in a team environment
B.Sc Degree in Computer Science or relevant field
Understanding of communications and staff engagement within a high profile global organisation utilising a range of new and traditional media.
Good communication skills (verbal and written) and displays the potential for distilling complex information and materials into digestible and inspiring messages.
Excellent organisational skills. Ability to manage a large workload in a pressured environment, working to short and long term objectives and tight deadlines. Attention to detail and ability to follow tasks and ideas through to completion.
A high degree of flexibility and adaptability in order to respond to changing needs.
Experience in drafting communications materials such as emails, newsletter content, internet content, etc.
Understanding of NGO operations.
Demonstrable experience working with various social media.
Competency in Microsoft Office, design software and other digital tools.
Proactive approach to work and the ability to identify and implement effective processes for achieving outcomes.
Strong interpersonal skills.
A commitment to the Save the Children values.
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