• Grade : PL5 
• Position No. : 50078440 
• Posting Date: 02/14/2025 
• Closing Date : 03/15/2025 

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THE BANK:

Established in 1964, the African Development Bank is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 81 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member Countries).  The Bank’s development agenda is delivering the financial and technical support for transformative projects that will significantly reduce poverty through inclusive and sustainable economic growth. In order to sharply focus the objectives of the Ten-Year Strategy (2024-2033) and ensure greater developmental impact, five major areas (High 5s), all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been identified for scaling up, namely: energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa.

THE COMPLEX:

The Presidency Complex (URPR) comprises the Office of The President of the Bank Group and all corporate offices, departments and other organisation units that are directly subordinate to the Presidency in administrative as well as functional terms. The President, in the capacity of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Bank Group, is mandated to provide competent strategic management of the Bank Group and all its resources towards the fulfilment of the Bank Group’s purpose of contributing to economic development and social progress of Regional Member Countries.
The Presidency Complex provides day-to-day and medium-term corporate leadership and executive oversight, maintains communication with the Bank Group’s Member Countries, and supports the Boards of Directors in the conduct of their statutory roles. In addition, the Complex provides legal and regulatory oversight on the conduct of the Bank Group’s business and integrated risk management of Bank Group operations, oversees corporate communication with a range of internal and external stakeholders, promotes integrity, transparency and the highest ethical standards and norms among Bank Group personnel in the conduct of their work, and assures the security of the Bank Group’s personnel, premises and physical assets, information and data in all locations where the Bank Group operates. Furthermore, the President’s Complex is also involved in catalysing investment from various sources in line with the operational priorities of the Bank Group.
The President directly supervises several Departments and Units including Office of the President; the Integrity and Anti-Corruption Department; the Office of the Auditor General; the Group Risk Management Directorate; the General Counsel and Legal Services Department; the Communication and External Relations Department; the Staff Integrity and Ethics Office; Office of the Secretary General & General Secretariat; the Africa Investment Forum; the Joint Secretariat Support Office and; the Asia External Representation Office.

THE HIRING DEPARTMENT:

The purpose of the Communication and External Relations Department is to plan, prepare and implement public relations and institutional communication programs designed to make the Bank better known by its various audiences so as to promote social and economic development in Africa, and to establish and maintain the Bank’s credibility and good reputation as Africa’s leading development finance institution. The Department is also responsible for enabling the Bank to understand better how the institution is perceived both internally and externally.

THE POSITION:

The Senior Multimedia Specialist – Production and Content will be responsible for revising editorial material using international standards, provide strategic direction for multimedia content development, set guidelines for multimedia content production, as well as liaise with internal and external partners.  

KEY FUNCTIONS:
Under the supervision and guidance of the Division Manager, External Relations (PCER2), the Senior Multimedia Specialist – Production and Content, will : 
1.    manage all aspects of video project production including scripting, filming, and editing to ensure timely delivery of professional video and photography digital content. 
2.    work with a team to create compelling and engaging digital content through video, photography, presentation, emerging media, and other multimedia applications.
3.    ensure continual creative improvement and actively contribute to a culture of innovation, excellence and accountability. 
Specifically, they will have the following responsibilities: 
 
Multimedia Production 

4.    Create, develop and manage the full video production process from start to finish including
5.    Pre-production – vision, strategy, script development, manage production timeline   
6.    Production – planning and managing video shoots and carrying out interviews as required 
7.    Post-production – video editing - narration, translation and subtitling
8.    Create and maintain production schedules taking into account changing project priorities, milestones, and resource constraints. 
9.    Analyse and prioritize requests for multimedia content  
10.    Ensure quality control for all visual media and ensure that creative content and products comply with brand standards, policies, directives, and client needs. 
11.    Achieve consensus among diverse viewpoints and effectively translate ideas into, actionable steps. 
12.    Manage content production and workflow from inception through completion, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned. This includes development of budget estimates, resourcing, and project management 

Content Development 

13.    Creatively package and turn video footage into engaging multimedia content 
14.    Create video project success stories 
15.    Write treatments for motion graphic videos, live videos and photography projects including sound, graphics, animation, special effects and other visual forms to be included. 
16.    Serve as a creative point of contact by developing strong relationships with clients and colleagues. 
17.    Ensure all information is accurate before publishing, whether written or visual content, to prevent copyright infringements (e.g. plagiarism and ghost-written content) and discard any misrepresentation or defamation.  
Editorial

18.    Research and develop content for digital, online and print media to meet and exceed the Bank’s external and internal stakeholders’ expectations. 
19.    Coordinate contributions by other departments and complexes, teams/units on major initiatives, and obtain required clearance. 
20.    Identify and interview experts, conduct research, and write and analyse a broad range of material for multimedia projects and assignments 
21.    Collaborate with the editorial team on projects as necessary 
 
The incumbent will also undertake the following: 
 
22.    Ensure that the quality and accessibility of information on the Bank’s multimedia platforms is consistent with the image of the Bank as the leading development institution in Africa and its global role as a development organization. In this regard, the incumbent will ensure that the information posted and published is timely, accurate and conforms to the Bank’s information disclosure and editorial policies. 
23.    Ensure that all content received from departments and complexes is reviewed, edited and posted on the Bank’s communication platforms.  
24.    Proactively develop content and acquire organizational information. 
25.    Meet all required deadlines. 

COMPETENCIES (skills, experience, and knowledge)

1.    Hold at least a minimum of a Master’s degree or equivalent in Journalism, Communications International Relations, Public Affairs, Marketing, or other related disciplines. 
2.    Have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant and international experience in the private sector or a multi-lateral development organization. 
3.    Understanding of and experience with various media software tools. Proficiency in video and audio editing tools (Adobe Creative Suite preferred) is an advantage 
4.    Strong command of English and /or French, with a working knowledge of the other. Proficiency in both languages is an advantage. 
5.    Outstanding written and verbal skills, particularly the ability to synthesize complex messages and tailor them into simple, clear and non-academic language for different audiences in a creative, direct and lively style. 
6.    Demonstrable experience in reporting, writing and editing, especially for digital platforms, as well as experience working on scripts and treatments for a variety of multimedia products. 
7.    Experience in producing impactful infographics, digital content, and documentaries. 
8.    Ability to effectively work under pressure on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines. 
9.    Excellent collaboration skills with an ability to work independently.  
10.    Understanding of and experience with various media software tools. 
11.    Communication – Provide clear and concise oral and written communications; present oral information with clarity and adapt language to suit the requirements of a particular audience. 
12.    Problem Solving – Applies business knowledge to the resolution of problems and identifies solutions to the benefit of the client (internal and external) and the organization. 
13.    Client Orientation – Ensures that the client is considered to be of primary importance in all transactions and interactions. Understands, and anticipates client needs, and ensures that clients receive the best possible service from the Bank.
14.    Teamwork and relationship – Works with others to maximize the effectiveness of the team as a whole, shares knowledge and workloads. Develops strong working relationships with colleagues and contributes to the creation of a positive team environment. 
15.    Project and Time management – Ability to coordinate multiple workflows between in-house communications experts and external service providers in a timely manner. 
16.    Strong decision-making skills and proven ability to proffer solutions  
17.    Ability to motivate a multicultural team of communications experts (staff or consultants). 
18.    Ability to initiate and manage a production process that involves several internal stakeholders.
19.    Competence in the use of standard Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint). 
 

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THIS POSITION IS CLASSIFIED AS INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT AND ATTRACTS INTERNATIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT.

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Applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are considered for further assessment will be contacted. Applicants should submit a concise Curriculum Vitae (CV) and any additional documents that may be stated as required. The President of the African Development Bank reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level.  The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. 

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The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) does not ask for payments of any kind from applicants throughout the recruitment process (job application, CV review, interview meeting, and final processing of applications). In addition, the Bank does not request information on applicants’ bank accounts. The African Development Bank Group declines all responsibility for the fraudulent publications of job offers in its name or, in general, for the fraudulent use of its name in any way whatsoever . 

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“Please note that the Bank does not accept dual nationality. Therefore, you are required to declare the nationality you would like to be considered by the Bank throughout your career, if hired. Please upload supporting Government issued IDs such as passport, National Identity Card or Certificate etc.”