Jobs at CSR-in-Action

CSR-in-Action is a social enterprise, a conglomerate of 3 sustainability driven businesses: Consulting, Training and Advocacy. Our mission is to redefine the sustainability terrain in Africa, through collaborative strategies with stakeholders aimed at attaining higher levels of corporate governance, workplace and sustainable philanthropy. At CSR-in-Action, we provide business sense solutions which allow both small companies and large multinationals adopt and retain sustainable business practices.

DIGITAL MEDIA SPECIALIST

Qualification: HND/BA/BSc/MA/MSc
Experience: 0-2 years
Location: Lagos (Preferred candidates must be living around Lekki/Ajah)

OVERVIEW
The Digital Media Spe...t will be responsible for handling, designing and producing digital media projects for clients to best serve the client organizations’ business goals. He/She will provide clients with insight on new internet technologies and digital media applications. He/She will also work closely with our team of consultants to develop goals and objectives for marketing campaigns, analyse target groups and execute digital media strategist various promotional and marketing campaigns. He/She will oversee the development of budgets, cost projections and analyses to ensure cost effectiveness of digital media strategies. He/She will regularly communicate with the team and report progress to organisation leadership. He/She will assess opportunities to jump start or improve digital media strategies.

SKILLS
Ideally, we are looking for candidates from all academic spheres who, however, must have at least a working knowledge of digital media manipulation or marketing. information technology, computer science, advertising, communications, journalism or public relations
Desired candidates must have an advanced knowledge of tools like Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, DVD Studio, and other types of audio and video recording and editing software
Candidates must be familiar with the principles of visual communication (photography, videography) and the role(s) they play in advertising
Candidates must possess the ability to communicate clearly, especially in the use of the technological methodologies and concepts required to get message across to clients as well as potential customers, consumers and the public at large
Candidates must have strong time management skills, and can deliver products within deadline and budget constraints
Ability to work as part of a team is crucial
Candidates must possess ability for critical thinking and must be problem solvers who work with the mindset of devising strategies to work towards solutions
Candidates must be comfortable with contributing professionally and presenting ideas to colleagues and management

RESEARCHER

QUALIFICATION: HND/BA/BSc/MA/MSc
Experience: 0-2 years
Location: Lagos (Preferred candidates must be living around Lekki/Ajah)

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Researcher will be responsible for collecting, developing, analysing and presenting data in a variety of formats, as specified by each assignment. He/She will conduct research, collate literature reviews, prepare materials required for requests to grant agencies/ foundations, maintain accurate records of project related documents, safeguard the confidentiality of clients, attend project meetings, seminars and other meetings as necessary. He/She will also summarise project results, prepare progress reports for clients, and prepare articles, reports, and presentations as necessary.

SKILLS
Ideally, we are looking for candidates from all academic spheres who, however, must have a firm understanding of computer programs especially Microsoft packages
He/She must be able to evaluate documents and make judgments about the value of information, must have capacity to draw conclusions from data, to write reports, to analyse lots of information from different sources, have ability to find information off the internet and have capacity for critical thinking
He/She must be able to perform analysis of databases to determine quantitative results and disseminate results of research activities to team mates
Candidates must have strong time management skills, and can deliver assignments within specified deadlines
Ability to work as part of a team is crucial
Candidates must be problem solvers who work with the mindset of devising strategies to work towards solutions
Candidates must be comfortable with contributing professionally and presenting ideas to colleagues and management

TRAINING COORDINATOR

OVERVIEW
The Training Coordinator will be responsible for effectively managing the training facility with responsibilities including designing both general and bespoke programmes, marketing training courses to the appropriate target audience, conducting and coordinating all training programmes, and facilitating partnerships with local, regional, and international partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Map out training plans, design and develop training programs
Choose appropriate training methods per case (simulations, mentoring, on the job training, professional development classes, etc.)
Market available training opportunities to target audience and provide necessary information
Conduct organisation wide needs assessment and identify skills or knowledge gaps that need to be addressed
Use accepted education principles and track new training methods and techniques
Design and prepare educational aids and materials
Assess instructional effectiveness and summarise evaluation reports
Maintain updated curriculum database and training records
Provide train-the-trainer sessions for internal subject matter experts
Manage and maintain in-house training facilities and equipment

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Relevant degree from a reputable university
Proven work experience in coordinating multiple training events in a corporate setting
Knowledge of Project Management will be an added advantage

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Advanced marketing skills
Adequate knowledge of learning management systems and web delivery tools
Familiarity with traditional and modern job training methods and techniques
MS Office proficiency
Advanced organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments
Strong communication skills

CONSULTANT

OVERVIEW
The Consultant will be tasked with the responsibility of providing strategic, unbiased and objective advisory services to assist organisations in improving productivity and overall performance, whilst minimising cost and risk. Successful candidates will possess business skills that will help clients solve problems, create value and maximise growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy design and planning to helping clients understand how to identify, prioritise, and manage issues
Research and analysis to include peer benchmarking, trend analysis, case studies, article writing, and best practice identification
Effectively manage relationships with clients
Oversee projects from proposal stage to post-implementation
Manage financial data to include identifying sources of financial data and establishing the best ways to gather and process data
Assist clients to develop, implement and maintain financial control procedures

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Degree or certification in accounting or financial management
 Proven work experience as a consultant
Knowledge of sustainability will be an added advantage

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
MS Office proficiency
Advanced organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments
Strong communication skills
Ability to interpret and analyse raw data
Ability to pay close attention to details
Strong interpersonal relations skills

TO APPLY
Forward your application to olugbenga@csr-in-action.org or oore@csr-in-action.org using the job title your subject