Creative Scriptwriter Hausa Radio Drama

About Us:
Population Media Center (PMC) Nigeria is a non-governmental organization
duly registered in Nigeria with the Corporate Affairs Commission in 2006. We
use social behavior change communication (SBCC) to change lives in a
positive way through a wide range of our intervention programs which
mainly focus on health, gender-based violence, gender equality, education
and environment. Our corporate head office is in Abuja. However, we are
starting a new project in Kano, Kaduna and Jigawa States from May 2023
and urgently need staff that will be working on the project.

Job Title: Creative Scriptwriter – Hausa Radio Drama
Location: Kano
Requirements
o Eligible candidates must be able to speak and write Hausa Language
fluently and also have a good understanding and command of cultural
norms. A background in literary studies or creative drama and theatre
arts is an advantage.
Qualifications
o B.A degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
sufficient to successfully perform essential functions of the job
(English, Creative Writing, Journalism or Communications)
Other Requirements:
o Highly motivated in writing scripts for radio serial dramas, jingles, talk
shows and television dramas.

o He/She must be incredibly talented in creating characters, crafting
dialogue and writing an engaging plots;
o 3-5 years of relevant experience in script writing and publishing.
o Ability to write in Hausa Language and other languages is an added
advantage.
o Creative problem solving and excellent communication skills.
o Flexibility & time management: ability to multi-task, prioritize
workload and take responsibility for deadlines.
o Ability to communicate his/her ideas effectively. Conducting informal
research on current events, cultural norms and healthy lifestyle issues
through interactions with target program area, expert advice and
consultation with appropriate research and documentation
o Develop plot/ideas for the serial/production: design the plot of the
radio serial drama and provides written episodes summaries.
o Write and deliver synopsis, story/episode breakdown for the serial
writing informative and entertaining stories, plotting script and
developing characters consistent with the established moral
framework.
o Flesh out characters for the serial production
o Write and deliver script within designated timeline for the production

N/B: PMC is an equal opportunity employer, so the female folks are
strongly encouraged to apply.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV with
details of their work experience and an attachment of at least 3
productions you have handled in a similar role (Scriptwriting) as
advertised.
Application closes on Friday May 19, 2023.
PLEASE NOTE
Only selected candidates would be contacted