Job title
Communications Analyst
Reports to
Team Lead, Communications
Closing Date
TBD
Location
Abuja
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Roles & Responsibilities
The Communications Analyst will;
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Support the team with the implementation of allof the Foundation’s communication strategy and plan
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Develop communication materials to ensure brand visibility, adherence to procedures, protocols, and policies.
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Liaise with programme point persons for media outreach activities such as drafting Op-Eds, quotes, press releases, media briefs, media pitches, multimedia content and organising media engagement activities around events.
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Work closely with the Research Programme team in defining key issues, messaging and identifying appropriate communications channels for public policy/reforms advocacy initiatives
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Writing, editing and distribution of approved content, including publications, press releases, website content, annual reports, infographics, speeches, and other marketing material that communicates the organisation’s activities.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, and international media (print, broadcast, and digital).
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Lead media pitching, press briefings, interviews, and responses to media enquiries.
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Draft and manage press releases, media statements, op-eds, and Q&As.
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Monitor media coverage, analyse sentiment, and prepare regular media performance reports.
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Work with the team to ensure successful implementation of the advocacy strategy for various research work of the Foundation
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Liaise with the team and relevant stakeholders to plan and successfully execute events, both live and virtual.
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Support the planning and delivery of Foundation-led events, including policy roundtables, media briefings, convenings, and stakeholder engagements.
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Assist with event logistics such as guest lists, invitations, briefing materials, programmes, and post-event documentation.
Qualifications & Experience
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Minimum of an undergraduate degree in Communication, Information Management, Education, Public Relations, Social Science or other related fields.
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1 – 3 years of relevant experience
Technical, Core and Behavioural Competencies
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Excellent Storytelling and communication skills
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Creativity and Content Creation
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Event Planning
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Media Engagement
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Teamwork