Ongoing Recruitment Nationwide at SHIFT Nigeria, 19th December, 2018

SHIFT is a non partisan organization that builds support for transformative leaders in communities across the nation. We are Nigerians from all over the nation and around the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Volunteer Policy Analyst

Location: Nationwide
Reports to: Policy Associate

Summary

• The Volunteer Policy Analyst will support the policy team to influence political and social events as well as raise public awareness on different issues.
• This would involve conducting research, analyzing policies and report on findings.

Job Responsibilities

• To assist in reviewing and evaluating policies and legislation to determine the benefits and impact of any changes that may occur.
• To liaise with stakeholders to determine the needs, concerns, and viewpoints of documents, and to understand what the goals are of a project.
• To make research and report on both quantitative and qualitative data, analyzing it for any trends or important information that may be useful in formulating new policies.
• To examine the effects of current policies.
• To formulate reports which condense and summarize information.

Job Requirements

• Ability to analyze data from different perspectives.
• Ability to work as part of a team on projects.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Integrity and morality
• Outstanding writing skills and ability to report on research findings clearly
• Ability to track national trends and political currents in Nigeria and across the globe.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Field Volunteer (Supporter)

Location: Nationwide

Summary

• The field Volunteer will assist the SHIFT Nigeria Supported Candidates to oversee and coordinate political activities and campaigns as well as fundraising.

Job Responsibilities

• Build a rapport with the volunteers on behalf of the political campaign and candidate.
• Planning and executing campaigns strategies by studying demographics to best represent an area/region.
• Oversee press releases and publications to make people aware of the campaign.
• Assist in preparing campaign materials like notices, flyers, brochures.
• Monitor campaigns to see if the goals are being achieved.
• Organize events and local outreach, plan and organize outreach activities such as campaigns, public events, community meetings, etc for candidates awareness.
• Coordinate and develop campaign activities.
• Address campaign issues and concerns in a timely manner.
• Initiate media outreach communications.
• Engage actively in networking with public officials for public outreach communications.
• Participate in committee meetings and conferences.
• Monitor campaign activities closely in collaboration with Managers to ensure campaign goals.

Job Requirements

• Strong communication and motivational skills, work ethic, and passion for community empowerment and political reform are essential.
• Ability to work within a team, have proven leadership ability and experience handling a lot of responsibility.
• Strong self-direction and the ability to take initiative are also necessary qualifications.
• Ability to motivate volunteers to reach goals.
• Ability to spend long hours on the phone and canvassing.
• Ability to adapt quickly and accomplish goals as set forth by the campaign.
• Results-oriented, dependable, and proactive.
• Ability and willingness to maintain confidentiality.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Volunteer Data Analyst

Location: Nationwide

Job Description

• The data analyst volunteer will support the SHIFT Digital team in areas of data collection, evaluation, research, narrative reports and recommendations

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in Collecting, interpreting, and summarizing data in preparation for analysis.
• Maintains appropriate records of data.
• Identify requirements and provide specialized reports and analysis.
• Identify and resolve data quality issues using appropriate analysis techniques.
• Assist in Data validation and verification.
• Build and maintain relationships with key contacts.

Job Requirements

• Ability to design and implement systems necessary to collect, maintain, and analyze data.
• Ability to gather and analyze statistical data and generate reports.
• Records maintenance skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written.
• Ability to prepare research reports and proposals.
• Ability to utilize statistical computer software.
• Proven ability to work well within a team environment without the need for close supervision.
• Proven ability to work well within a team environment without the need for close supervision.

Skills:

• A numeric background with knowledge of analytical techniques.
• Records maintenance skills.
• A high level of creativity, drive, innovation and initiative – a self-starter.
• Experience in using analytical and reporting tools including Microsoft Excel.
• Experience working with SAS,SPSS or any other tools (Added advantage).

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Volunteer Field Organizer

Location: Nationwide
Reports to: Civic Engagement Associate

Summary

• The Volunteer Field Organizer will support the Network team to oversee, coordinate field activities especially with regards to resources and volunteers.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and organizing outreach activities such as campaigns, public events, community meetings, etc for project awareness.
• Assist in coordinating and developing campaign activities.
• Supervise and guide campaign committees.
• Identify volunteers and select leaders for running campaigns.
• Establish a strong networking with media for public education.
• Address campaign issues and concerns in a timely manner.
• Assist in networking with public officials for public outreach communications.
• Monitor campaign activities closely in collaboration with staffs to ensure campaign goals are achieved.
• Facilitate the development of campaign materials such as displays, fliers, notices, brochures, etc.
• Assist in developing strategic partnerships with key community-based organizations working in diverse communities.

Job Requirements

• Strong communication and motivational skills, work ethic, and passion for community empowerment and political reform are essential.
• Candidates must be able to work within a team, have proven leadership ability and experience handling a lot of responsibility.
• Strong self-direction and the ability to take initiative are also necessary qualifications.
• Previous organizing experience is a plus.
• A history of working collaboratively and successfully with people and organizations from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds and a broad range of ideological positions and religious views.
• Knowledge of the opportunities and challenges of building and working in large, diverse coalitions.

Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Superb organization skills; detail-oriented with strong follow-through and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Creative, results-oriented, self-starting, and willing to learn. Strong task and time management skills.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Volunteer, Communications

Location: Nationwide

Job Description

• The Communications Volunteer will support the communications team across a variety of areas of communications including digital, social media design and content.

Job Responsibilities

• Working as part of our communications team and supporting staffs in delivering communications.
• Support the communications team with materials for our social media platforms and assist with updating information.
• Assist in monitoring social media activities and expand online network.
• Helping to generate content for SHIFT Nigeria social media channels.
• Supporting campaigns, marketing, events and fundraising activities.
• Assist in compiling and editing e-newsletters.

Job Requirements

• Interest in the field of communications and knowledge of different communications channels.
• Familiarity with and enthusiasm for using digital communications platforms in a professional manner, and confidence handling digital files.
• Experience of working or volunteering in communications or administration position.
• Interest in working in a not-for-profit environment
• Interest in politics and current affairs.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written English, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.
• Computer literate with the ability to learn different digital tools and platforms.
• Strong organisational skills including developing and maintaining administrative systems.
• Ability to meet deadlines, problem-solve, prioritize tasks and work well under pressure.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.

Benefits
The Communications Volunteer will gain:

• Hands-on experience with communications and events planning in a professional environment.
• Improved writing skills for web, social media and press.
• Structured learning throughout placement and job shadowing with a mentor.
• Training opportunities.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Administrative Assistant (Volunteer)

Location: Nationwide
Reports to: The Administrative Executive

Summary

• The Administrative Assistant Volunteer will support the Administrative Executives to perform a range of administrative and office support functions for SHIFT Nigeria to facilitate the efficient operations of the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Handle incoming phone calls and written correspondence, providing prompt responses and forwarding to appropriate staff member where necessary.
• Perform general clerical duties including photocopying, fax and mailing
• Handle requests for information and data and follow up with appropriate staff member.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for staff members.
• Manage office supply inventories and coordinate maintenance of office equipment.
• Assist the Executives in the management and administration of related contracts and project designations.
• Ensure staff are notified in a timely manner of upcoming deadlines and events.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of job descriptions and evaluations.
• Assist with volunteer and outreach coordination as required.

Job Requirements

• Excellent organizational, written and verbal skills.
• Detail oriented and committed to meeting deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to problem-solve in a fast paced work environment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Must be dependable and punctual.

The Communications Volunteer will gain

• Hands-on experience with administrative role in a professional environment.
• Improved writing, reporting and project management skills
• Structured learning throughout placement and job shadowing with a mentor.
• Training opportunities.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Deadline: 7th January, 2019.