Media and Communication Officer

About the Position

Centre for Social Cohesion Peace and Empowerment (CENSCOPE) is seeking a qualified Media and Communication Officer to develop, implement, and manage comprehensive communication strategies for our projects in Lagos, Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project communication and media strategies in line with organizational and donor requirements
• Produce high-quality communication materials, including press releases, success stories, human-interest stories, briefs, and social media content
• Manage organizational social media platforms and website updates related to project activities
• Ensure compliance with donor visibility and branding guidelines in all communication products
• Coordinate media coverage for project activities, events, and field missions
• Capture and document project activities through photos, videos, and field reports, ensuring ethical and safety standards are met
• Support advocacy, awareness, and messaging initiatives in collaboration with programme teams
• Maintain a media contact database and manage relationships with media partners
• Support donor reporting by contributing communication inputs and evidence of visibility

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations, or a related field
• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in humanitarian, development, or related projects
• Strong understanding of donor visibility requirements and branding guidelines
• Willingness to travel to field locations and work in challenging environments

Required Skills

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• Proficiency in photography, videography, and basic video editing tools
• Experience managing social media platforms and digital communication tools
• Knowledge of humanitarian communication principles and ethical standards
• Strong interpersonal and coordination skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in field-based settings