Communication Lead at a Dynamic and Impact-driven Organization

We are a dynamic and impact-driven organization dedicated to advancing gender equity, political inclusion, and governance reform. Our work focuses on designing and implementing high-impact interventions that promote access to resources, representation, and opportunities for women across various sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Communication Lead

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• As we continue to expand our reach and influence, we are seeking a strategic and innovative Communications Lead to drive our brand positioning, storytelling, and public engagement efforts.
• This role will be pivotal in shaping our communications strategy, amplifying our impact, and fostering meaningful connections with key stakeholders across media, digital platforms, and the broader public.
• If you are a visionary communicator with a passion for social impact, a strong media network, and the ability to craft compelling narratives that drive change, we invite you to join our team and help us elevate our voice and mission.
• The Communication Lead will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive communication strategy to enhance brand reputation, increase visibility, and ensure consistent messaging across all platforms.
• This role requires expertise in strategic communications, public relations, brand management, digital marketing, stakeholder engagement, and media relations.
• The ideal candidate will lead the organization’s storytelling, oversee digital growth, drive impactful campaigns, and foster meaningful partnerships to position the organization as a thought leader in its industry.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Communications & Brand Management:

• Develop, implement, and monitor a robust communications strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee brand identity and ensure compliance with brand guidelines across all internal and external channels.
• Monitor brand perception and develop strategies to enhance reputation and visibility.
• Drive creativity and innovation within the communications team, delivering high-quality campaigns and content.

Public Relations & Media Engagement:

• Serve as the primary media spokesperson, managing media relations and securing high-impact media placements.
• Draft press releases, speeches, and key messages for public-facing engagements.
• Foster relationships with media houses, journalists, and key industry stakeholders.
• Lead public relations and marketing activities, including press conferences, advocacy campaigns, and industry events.

Digital Strategy & Content Development:

• Oversee the development and execution of a sophisticated digital communications strategy.
• Drive growth, engagement, and content strategy for digital platforms, including websites, social media, and email marketing.
• Monitor digital analytics and optimize strategies to enhance audience engagement.
• Lead the development of multimedia content, including blogs, videos, newsletters, and reports.

Internal & External Communications:

• Oversee the creation and dissemination of internal communications materials to ensure alignment across departments.
• Ensure timely and consistent documentation of impact stories, testimonials, and success narratives.
• Manage the production of publications such as newsletters, reports, brochures, and other informational materials.

Campaigns & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Lead the planning and execution of high-impact advocacy campaigns and communication initiatives.
• Coordinate engagement with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, policymakers, and the general public.
• Represent the organization in high-level meetings, public forums, and conferences.

Team Leadership & Capacity Building:

• Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to the communications team.
• Lead the recruitment, training, and professional development of communications staff.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators for the communications unit.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, International Relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5years of experience in strategic communications, public relations, or media, preferably within the nonprofit, development, or corporate sector.
• Strong media networks and proven experience securing high-level media coverage.
• Expertise in digital communications, content creation, and audience engagement strategies.
• Demonstrated experience in leading large-scale campaigns, brand management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and manage a lean team effectively.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Proven technical skills in using and deploying a wide range of multimedia, web, and digital tools.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, specifically communicating complex policy ideas in an accessible and relatable style that engages audiences’ understanding.
• Excellent project management skills including experience in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Intrapreneurial spirit, with ability to work under minimal supervision, take ownership, self-starter, creative thinker, and innovative mindset.
• High skills in using different computer software packages for producing various publications and materials.
• A flair for writing and storytelling.
• Curious and passionate
• Outspoken with great self-composure and good public speaking skills
• Proven experience working with new media
• Interpersonal communications skills and a great team player
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office 365 tools
• Strong media network
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, manage a lean team to deliver optimally.

Salary
N400,000 - N600,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
10th April, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: info@salveconsultinglimited.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.