Communication Officer at NANA Girls and Women Empowerment Initiative

About the Role

We are expanding our dynamic team and seeking a talented Communication Officer to join NANA Girls and Women Empowerment Initiative in Lagos, Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the development and production of publications and newsletters, including review of annual and quarterly reports
• Manage and regularly update NANA social media accounts
• Conduct field visits to liaise with target groups and produce case studies, press releases, human interest stories, and publications
• Write and publish press releases locally to highlight NANA's impact
• Lead the dissemination of communication materials to relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Contribute to the presentation of best practices and lessons learned
• Provide rapid alerts regarding media opportunities and potential reputational risks
• Ensure compliance with organizational regulations, administrative and logistics procedures

Required Qualifications

• HND or Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in communication
• Strong technical proficiency with social media, multimedia, web, and digital tools
• Outstanding news writing, editing, and event planning skills
• Good understanding of Nigeria's media and communications environment
• Proven experience managing content production
• Demonstrated experience managing social media channels
• Excellent interpersonal skills with high integrity and professionalism

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Strong networking skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize multiple projects
• Knowledge of Associated Press style guide
• Collaborative working style with ability to work independently