VACANCY
Content Development
Specialist:
Are you a creative wordsmith
with a passion for business/brand storytelling? Are you fuelled by the power of
words, love the challenge of turning complex ideas into compelling stories, and
can’t resist the allure of a well-crafted sentence? If yes, we need you at
iCentra. Join us as a Content Development Specialist and be part of a team that
crafts compelling narratives and communication assets that resonate with
audiences worldwide!
Background
iCentra Consulting Ltd. is a proudly African
brand going global, as we currently have presence in the US and the UK,
providing top value to clients across sectors. As a brand providing
unparalleled expertise in the technology, project management, business
consulting, and learning & development spaces across Nigeria and beyond, we
are looking for a Content Development Specialist who can deploy high level
proficiency in content development towards serving our objective to promote our
thought leadership, proven traction and impact stories. We believe that great content is the heart and
soul of communication, hence we’re on the lookout for a Content Development
Specialist who shares our dedication to the art of storytelling and thought
leadership building.
If you’re a wordsmith eager
to breathe life into ideas and create content that leaves a lasting impact –
with provable traction, we want you on our team. We want someone experienced in business writing and
creative copywriting for a medium or large organization; someone who is a smart
and creative Content Development Specialist based in Nigeria, preferably in
Abuja, to join our team. Is that you?
Role Information:
Department: Marketing Communications
Reports to: Marketing Communications Manager
Duty Station: Abuja, Nigeria
Duration: Full-time
Task Description
The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Marketing Communications
Manager and work closely with the rest of the Marcomms team.
The Content
Development Specialist will be responsible for creating varied, compelling and
engaging content across various channels, ensuring consistent brand messaging
and driving audience engagement – and lead generation. The specialist will
possess exceptional writing and editing skills, a strong understanding of
marketing principles, and the ability to tailor content for different target
audiences.
Job
Description
Responsibilities:
●
Develop and execute a termed content plan aligned with the overall marketing communications
strategy and objectives of the organization.
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Research industry trends, market insights, and competitor activities to inform strategic
content creation.
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Write and edit a variety of content, including blog articles, website copy,
social media posts, case studies, whitepapers, email campaigns, etc.
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Collaborate with other team members to ensure brand consistency and message
alignment.
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Optimize content for SEO and use analytics to track content performance and
make data-driven improvements.
●
Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging content trends to
continuously enhance content quality and effectiveness.
Eligibility
Requirements
Educational qualifications:
Candidates should [preferably] hold a Bachelor’s degree
in marketing,
communications, journalism, or a related field. Marketing
certification or any relevant certification is an added advantage.
Work
experience:
1. Proven experience in content
development and copywriting.
2. Experience in the use of computer applications, software packages such as
Microsoft Office, and web-based management systems is an asset;
3. Candidate should have the ability to work under pressure and
targeted deadlines, among regularly occurring projects and shifting tasks.
Required competencies and experience:
·
Strong written and verbal
communication skills.
·
Strong organizational, planning and
prioritization skills.
·
Ability to make high-level
decisions independently, when necessary, and ability to collaborate closely
with other internal stakeholders and team members.
·
Ability to manage a complex, rapidly
changing content calendar.
·
Ability to make creative decisions on
behalf of your principal when needed.
·
Ability to understand and work with
external stakeholders (e.g., current and potential customers, and service
vendors).
·
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced
environment with fluctuating priorities and deadlines.
·
High emotional intelligence and the
ability to work with varying personality types in an authentic and
friendly manner.
·
Ability to work well as a part of the
broader team (e.g., provide backup when colleague is OOO).
·
Enthusiastic about building and
willing to jump into various projects as needed.
·
Desire to reach beyond your skill set
and take on more complex level tasks when needed.
·
Proficient in MS Office, with
expertise in MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:
1.
Exceptional
writing, editing and proofreading skills.
2.
Strong
understanding of digital marketing principles and best practices.
3.
Proficiency
in SEO optimization and content management systems.
4.
Excellent
research and analytical abilities.
5.
Creative
thinking and ability to generate fresh content ideas.
6.
Strong
project management and organizational skills.
Desirable skills:
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Good analytical skills
• Integrity and respect for confidentiality
Language requirement:
Candidates must have an excellent command of both spoken and written English.
Knowledge of any other language would be an added advantage.
Applications
Information
Qualified applicants should submit their applications consisting of:
• A Curriculum Vitae, with at least two contactable professional referees
•A writing portfolio(s)
Applications may be submitted via email to [email protected] with the subject
line: Content Development Specialist.
Applications
close on Friday, 17 November, 2023.
NB: Recruitment is immediate.
