vacancy announcement in widows and orphans empowerment organization

URGENT VACANCY

Seeking an Information Technology (IT) Video Editor for a short-term consultancy.

Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE), a women-led, faith-based NGO, is seeking a short-term Information Technology (IT)/Video Editor Consultant with expertise in video editing, uploading online courses to hosting sites, and monetizing YouTube pages. The consultant will be responsible for videoing ready-developed course content, managing the organization's social media accounts such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter), and monetizing the organization's YouTube channels.

We invite applications from experienced information technology and video editors who have evidence of creating course content videos, uploading them on hosting sites, managing social media accounts, and monetizing a YouTube channel.

Position: Information Technology (IT)/Video Editor Short-Term Consultant

Location: FCT, Abuja

Educational Qualification:

• Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in Mass Communication, Film/Media Studies, Fine Arts, or related fields
• Diploma or certificate course in videography, cinematography, or digital media.
• Applicants must have their own camera to perform the job.
• Two samples of previous video editing work done as reference.
• At least two professional references.

Required Experience:

• Applicants should have a minimum of 2–3 years of professional experience in videography, video editing, or media production
• Applicants should be proficient in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Capcut, Final Cut Pro, and After Effects).
• Applicants should know camera operation, lighting, and sound recording.
• Applicants should have a strong storytelling ability and creativity in visual presentation.
• Applicants should have a good understanding of YouTube algorithms, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), and digital content optimization.
• Applicants should have experience in Live Streaming Video and Audio in real-time.
• Extremely strong computer skills, with knowledge of relevant publishing software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Desktop applications Publishing (Adobe Creative Suite – Photoshop, PDF, Illustrator, InDesign, CorelDraw, and Canva).
• Experience in Media Production, Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, Mailchimp, Google Forms, and Instagram).
• Extremely strong in written and oral English language with research writing skills.
• Superior oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on creative approaches, attention to detail, and efficient delivery methods.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• S/he will collaborate with staff to understand training objectives and content.
• S/he will develop video outlines, shot lists, and visual storytelling approaches for each training session.
• S/he will prepare filming locations, ensuring proper lighting, sound, and background setup.
• S/he will record training sessions, presentations, and demonstrations by managers.
• S/he will operate cameras, lighting, and audio equipment to ensure clear visuals and sound.
• S/he will capture supplementary footage (slides, charts, office activities) to enrich training videos.
• S/he will edit raw footage into structured training modules (adding graphics, subtitles, transitions, and branding).
• S/he will integrate PowerPoint slides, infographics, or screen recordings where necessary. S/he will ensure videos are optimized for YouTube (titles, descriptions, tags, thumbnails).
• S/he will work with the IT team to schedule and publish training videos.
• S/he will monitor video performance and suggest improvements for engagement and clarity.
• S/he will prepare and test all necessary equipment (cameras, microphones, lighting, batteries, storage devices, etc.).
• S/he will capture candid and emotional moments that highlight the theme of the training
• S/he will record short interviews with trainers
• S/he will deliver a short highlight video (2–4 minutes) summarizing the training
• S/he will submit deliverables no later than 3 working days after the video shooting
• Any other assigned duties from the supervisor

Method of Application

Interested and qualified individual should send their comprehensive curriculum and cover letter in ONLY one attachment (MS Word document) explaining their suitability for the job to: on or before Wednesday, December 31, 2025.

Kindly Note: WEWE's recruitment process for this position is on a rolling basis; only shortlisted Consultants will be contacted for an interview.

Applications will be reviewed in batches on a first-come, first-served basis. WEWE reserves the right to conclude this recruitment process when a suitable Consultant is selected

Due to the high volume of applications, we will not provide detailed feedback on your application.

DISCLAIMER:

Please note that participating in this recruitment process with the Incorporated Trustees of Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE) does not constitute the issuance of a contract or agreement, nor does it commit WEWE to cover any costs associated with your participation in the recruitment process.

The decision to recruit short-term or long-term personnel rests solely with WEWE.

WEWE reserves the right to hire or not hire anyone at all from this recruitment process

It is subject to a merit review process, considering factors such as the candidate's qualifications, value for money, availability of funds, and other relevant considerations.

For equity purposes, WEWE upholds equity.

"WEWE is an equal opportunity employer, which promotes diversity and does not discriminate based on tribe, state of origin within Nigeria, religion, age, sex, race, or on different physical ability".

"WEWE's organizational culture promotes the principles of safeguarding and high moral values. WEWE's Safeguarding Policy 2022 promotes an environment where no staff, associates, volunteers, case workers, consultants, board members, or partners engage in a sexual relationship, harass, or exploit anyone under the age of 18 or a vulnerable adult, especially our beneficiaries.

"WEWE's organizational culture also has zero tolerance for corrupt practices. Therefore, for any of our job vacancies, we advise that applicants do not offer or accept any request for money, favors, or gifts from anyone to facilitate an employment opportunity with WEWE. Applicants found engaging in such practices could jeopardize their chances of being selected. If anyone contacts you with such an offer, please report this immediately to WEWE management on this WhatsApp line

"WEWE's Vision, Mission and Ideologies"

Organization Vision: A society without vulnerable persons

Organization Mission: Empowering communities, vulnerable persons, and local organizations to be resilient by faith

WEWE's Organizational Ideologies

• To beat global standards of excellence in all we do

• To improve the lives of vulnerable people

• To be statutorily and financially compliant at all times. We want to strengthen the capacity of other local NGOs to be statutorily and financially compliant equally, thereby contributing to increasing the number of compliant NGOs in Nigeria and Africa.

• To consistently deliver superior and ever-improving programs and services than any other local and international organization.

• To be better than the rest and be better than the best in all we do.