Job Title: Communications Manager

Location: Abuja

Type of Appointment: Full Time Reporting Line: Executive Director Closing Date: July 21, 2020

Yiaga Africa is in search of a self-motivated and experienced communications specialist to join our dynamic team. The Communications Manager will take the lead in designing and implementing the Yiaga Africa communication strategy across diverse program themes and audiences. This entails managing, monitoring, and evaluating corporate communications and dissemination of knowledge products. Specifically, the Communication Manager will lead on content development, editorial responsibility, public engagement, and media monitoring. The Communication Manager will lead a team and be responsible for initiating innovative communication initiatives for public outreach.

Job description

• Effectively communicate the organization’s vision, mission and brand identity
• Lead on content management for corporate communications, digital media, websites, newsletters, and other communication tools
• Develop, implement, and supervise internal and external communication programs
• Develop and manage relationships with media organizations and partners to secure and grow media online and offline
• Responsible  for   editorial   direction,   design,   production,   and   distribution   of   all publications and media
• Contribute to  the  overall  operations  and  delivery  of  the  organization  as  a  key Management staff
• Lead a communications team in the design and implementation of a communication strategy and communication plan
• Initiate and execute communication research and media monitoring

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in communications, journalism, public relations, digital media or related field
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience and at least five (5) years in a managerial role
• Proven experience in leading effective communication teams, impact storytelling and development journalism
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding knowledge of best practices in communication and branding
• Advanced knowledge and experience in social media marketing and engagement
• Highly experienced in communication research/planning and analytics/measurement of
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects within tight
• Excellent leadership, organizational and project management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills

How to Apply

Interest candidates should forward a one-page cover letter and detailed resume as attached PDF documents to recruitment@yiaga.org on or before July 21, 2020. The subject line of the email application must state the Name of Applicant and title of the position. Only applications sent in the required format will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Yiaga Africa is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of disability, gender, tribe, religion, etc. Qualified women are encouraged to apply.