The Client
The Client is a Nigerian citizens sector organization established in 2003, focused on improving citizens’ participation in governance and in promoting Open Government Partnerships. The organization is driven by the desire for a more transparent and accountable government, and citizens empowered to actively participate in governance processes.
The organization’s vision is a society with its people fully empowered, realizing their full potentials and readily asserting the full measure of their citizenship under the most transparent and accountable governance possible.
The Client is currently repositioning herself to expand her service offerings and resource base.
As such, the organization seeks to recruit a new CEO as well as suitable candidates for other leadership positions. Prospects would be high performing individuals who are passionate about the drive and vision of the organization. If you meet the requirements and are ready to grow in a vibrant and engaging work environment, please apply to the positions described below.


Job Ref 002: Head of Communication

Location: Abuja, NG
Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer

Key Objective
To ensure the stakeholders are positively disposed to the organization at all times and are well-positioned to act on the organization’s behalf.

Main Duties & Responsibilities
Strategic Communications
o Develop, update and oversee the implementation of the organization’s communication and stakeholder management strategy.
o Support respective departments to communicate effectively with their stakeholders.
o Manage media relations through the development of a media contact list and a positive professional relationship with various members of the media.
o Perform organizational risks and threats analysis and develop strategies to address negative or damaging information about the organization.
o Project a positive organizational image to the public.
o Deploy the most effective communication materials and channels in implementing communication strategies for programs, events, and promotions.

Leadership and Management
o Oversee the Communications Department to ensure targets are met.
o Supervise direct reports and ensure the well-being of the department’s staff.
o Ensure departmental budget is submitted within given timelines.
o Ensure cost efficiency in the department in line with the organization’s financial strategy/plans.

Qualifications and Skills
• A Bachelor’s degree in communication, social sciences or business.
• A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• 8 years’ cognate experience of which three (3) should be in a managerial position and five (5) in communication management.
• Proficiency in social media management and strategic communications
• Experience in a media communications company will be an advantage.
• Deep networks in the media will also be an advantage.

To apply, please click this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6ZKDAJHRHw2aDYKJpFgqAAAy6D2tCrMuxsdVdEQP5v-nVMg/viewform

Application closes by March 31, 2022.