Current Vacancies at Youth Training Hub Africa

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Youth Training Hub (YTH)-Africa is a leading human capital development organization legally recognized and registered in Nigeria. We are committed to raising the next generation of leaders empowered through skills development and mentoring programmes that enhance their capacity to advocate for their rights and that of the less privilege, participate meaningfully in policy formulation and decision-making processes that contribute to sustainable development. At this point we seek dedicated, proactive, innovative, self-driven and passionate individuals who are keen on making a difference and impacting the world positively to fill the position below:       Job Title: Design Thinking Programme Associate (Volunteer) Application Ref. Code: YTH0119 Location: Virtual Department: Programs Duration: Six months with possibility of renewal Slots: 2 Openings Reports To: Design Thinking Program Lead-Nigeria Role Purpose

• Working under the overall supervision of the Hub Director Nigeria and the direct supervision of the Design thinking Program Lead-Nigeria, the successful candidate will contribute to raising transformational leaders for sustainable communities across Africa.

Core Responsibilities

• Support with project implementation; by planning, organizing and coordination of meetings and field activities;
• Assist in developing concept note, proposals and activity report and routinely conduct effective key word searches for research purposes.
• Maintenance of organization electronic documentation and filing procedures; using Google doc
• Issue press releases in commemoration of core international days, activities and events
• Coordinates the proofreading and editing of documents as required;
• Organizes regular team meetings and conference calls/video-conferences, often over different time zones, including the preparation and distribution of documents and providing the necessary technical devices;
• Takes minutes of regular team meetings and other meetings with the assistance of and coordination with the Design thinking Program Lead as required;
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Youth Training Hub Africa and to not jeopardize its mission.
• Responsible for Monitoring and evaluation of the organization's activities, projects and programs while compiling and reporting to the Nigeria Programme Lead monthly, quarterly and annually.

Relevant Skills, Competencies and Experience

• Degree in Development Studies, Social Work and other related Social Science; or an equivalent combination of education, training & experience.
• A minimum of one-year experience in a similar role
• An understanding of the development sector in Nigeria
• Excellent computer skills, including with Microsoft word, and expertise in PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience on working and functioning in a virtual work space;
• Ability to perform several activities simultaneously, while maintaining a controlled presence.
• Strong written and verbal communication and listening skills are a must have
• Strong team player.
• Uphold mutual respect.

Work Schedule/Remuneration

• S/he would be expected to work mostly virtually three times a week in the absence of core activities with filled in reports, time-sheets on deliverables; data reimbursement of N25,000 monthly would be paid.

      Job Title: Communications Associate (Volunteer) Application Ref. Code: YTH0219 Location:  Nigeria (Virtual) Department: Programs Duration: Six (6) Months With Possibility Of Renewal Reports To: Design Thinking Program Lead-Nigeria Role Purpose

• This role will assist our Communication/Social Media Consultant in promoting current social media strategies to increase overall reach, create brand awareness, and grow our community of supporters and donors. On occasion, this role may be involved in the content creative process.
• He/she will use social media platforms to promote active Youth Training Hub Africa (YTHA) campaigns and messaging to engage the public and increase online presence and support.

Core Responsibilities

• Website and Content Management
• Spread Youth Training Hub Africa (YTHA) images, messaging and activities through the organization’s social media platforms, and personal social media networks, if willing.
• Keeping up to date with Youth Training Hub Africa (YTHA) events and news, and choosing what to promote through our social media feeds
• Assist with finding new educative and inspiring free images for postings, per Program Lead instruction.
• Contribute creative content ideas for increasing online reach, and new campaign initiatives. Develop and manage content for our website and social media, such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & YouTube
• Support our organization's active social media campaigns and online fundraising activities.
• Assist in monitoring activity and user interactions for all social media.
• Track the effectiveness of our social media work and recommend ways forward.
• Develop publicity materials and communication techniques to target communities who are under-represented.

Relevant Skills, Competencies and Experience

• An understanding of different types of marketing and communications media, including electronic and social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Google+)..
• To be able to communicate effectively, be articulate, with strong writing skills and the ability to pay keen attention to details and feedback accurately
• Experience of using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to transform small snippets of information into interesting and engaging graphic stories suitable for Twitter, Facebook etc.
• Experience on working and functioning in a virtual work space;
• Good understanding of confidentiality
• The ability to work equally well in a team and unsupervised
• Possess a good phone.
• Micro influence and large social media network are a plus.

Work Schedule/Remuneration S/he would be expected to work mostly virtually three times a week in the absence of core activities with filled in time-sheets on deliverables; data reimbursement of N25,000 monthly would be paid.       How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should submit their two-paged CV and Cover Letter in a single document, highlighting your suitability for this role to: [email protected] indicating position applied for and reference number on subject line.   Application Deadline 15th July, 2019 Note: Qualified females are strongly advised to apply.

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