Communications Specialist

The Communication and Publications Officer will be responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies to promote, document and publish the organisation’s events, conferences, workshops, dialogues, and research findings. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies to promote the organisation’s events, conferences, workshops, dialogues, and research findings. 
Ensure that all communication materials are in line with the organisation’s branding and messaging guidelines. 
Collaborate with key departments and teams to identify key messages and target audiences for communication campaigns. 
Manage and maintain the organisation’s social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn) to increase engagement and reach. 
Create and curate engaging content for social media posts and monitor social media channels for trends and opportunities to engage with stakeholders. 
Ensure the organisation’s website is regularly updated with relevant content, including event listings, blog posts, and news articles. 
Work with the web development team to implement new features and functionality as needed. 
Manage and market ALF’s electronic journal for effective circulation across the globe; 
Publish and disseminate the organisation’s Research findings, reports, books, monthly bulletin, etc., among donors, partners, and the public. 
Develop graphical IEC materials and flyers as needed by the organisation, ensuring they are visually appealing and convey key messages effectively. 
Provide regular reports on the performance of communication activities, including social media metrics, website traffic, and bulletin dissemination. 

Qualifications: 

Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field. 
Minimum of 3 years pro-development experience in developing and implementing communication strategies in a nonprofit or NGO setting, communications company, or journalism. 
Experience engaging with Nigerian Prints and Social Media Networks; 
Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) and social media management tools. 
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas in a clear, concise manner. 
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. 
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio of relevant work samples to eniola@africaleadership.org. Please include “Communication and Publication Officer” in the subject line of your email. 

Apply via :

eniola@africaleadership.org