Communications Officer

Responsibilities:

Media Engagement:

• Identify and coordinate partnership with media representatives from print and electronic platforms to report Life’s activities
• Produce, collate, store and disseminate reports/monographs/newsletter etc. about Life’s activities in newspapers, on radio or television, online news platforms and or through Life’s social media channels as well as developed mailing lists.
  
• Produce activity reports and cull content for use on Life’s social media platforms
  
• Produce press releases and other promotional information for use on Life’s social media platforms, reporting outlets and partner media platforms
  
• Generate followership and convert prospects to support Life’s work online through her social media platforms
  
• Ensure routine and regular posting of news on Life’s activities on all social media platforms, including but not limited to the organization's website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram etc. 
  
• Develop and implement approved communications plans for Life and her partners
  
• Provide and share expertise with Life’s partners to improve their branding, communication and visibility activities
  
• Ensure that Life has an active and constantly updated social media presence and robust online footprint
  
• Coordinate the generation of high quality photographs and video content for Life’s communication activities
  
• Create and maintain an up-to-date data base for use in awareness raising and communication activities of the organization
  
• Create and launch targeted media campaigns to promote visibility and increase range of supporters

Networking and Partnership:

• Maintain a data-base of communication targets garnered from Life’s activities, project and interactions with donor organizations
• Identify, tag and follow organizations working in similar thematic areas to Life’s area of work
  
• Generate anticipation and launch online activities to support international days of action on thematic areas the organization is working on
  
• Represent the organization at networking activities as well as ensure that reports for all networking activities are produced and filed
  
• Maintain communication and sustain contact with organizations working in similar thematic areas with LIFE
  
• Ensure that adequate visibility and promotion is given to partnership activities engaged in by LIFE
  
• Support the organization in fulfilling all partnership requirements as may be necessary from time to time
  

Branding and Visibility:

• Liaise with the programme team to monitor and fulfil all project contract requirements from donors
• Support the design and production of products and materials including but not limited to newsletters, banners, widgets and fliers using Life’s logos and those of her supporters and influential partners
  
• Liaise with service providers on the printing of media materials retaining oversight for branding to ensure that Life’s house style and donor requirements are met at all times
  
• Ensure that regular and optimum communication is maintained with donors, board members and other deserving publics that the organization regularly interacts
  
• Any other task assigned to you.
  
• Your duties are not restricted to the above Job description but you will take up other relevant assignments that may be given to you from time to time by the Executive Director.
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Requirements:

• Minimum academic qualification of Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in communications, journalism or related field.
• Minimum of 1 - 2 years' relevant experience in a communications role.
• Excellent verbal, written, and oral communications skills 
• Good time management, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, content management systems, and social media platforms.
• A critical understanding of and deep commitment to social justice and human rights issues facing women and marginalized people worldwide
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and work well under pressure
• Strong critical thinking skills, ability to problem solve and resourcefulness
• Willingness to assume a range of unanticipated tasks and work flexible hours, including some weekends
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Location: Ago Palace way, Okota-Isolo, Lagos

Remuneration: NGN 120,000

About:

If you are enthusiastic about contributing to youth empowerment and meet the requirements stated above, we would love to hear from you. Submit a detailed CV, writing sample and cover letter.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

At LIFE, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. Qualified applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

Join us in our mission to empower young individuals and help shape a brighter future for our community!