Your Responsibilities
Global Communications

• You will collaborate with senior leadership to define and develop an overarching company communications strategy and objectives that align with company vision and values.
• You will design and implement strategic communication plans tailored to each Strategic Business Unit (SBU), ensuring consistency and alignment with corporate messaging.
• You will develop and monitor a communications calendar and manage communications committees to align and receive prompt feedback on plans.
• You will develop and execute internal communication strategies to engage employees, foster a sense of belonging, and align teams with company goals and initiatives.
• You will drive digital and social media strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement across relevant platforms.
• You will monitor social media channels, analyze metrics, and adapt strategies to optimize reach and impact.

Brand Management

• You will define and articulate the company's brand voice and maintain brand integrity across all platforms, working with all stakeholders to strengthen the company’s brand identity, awareness, and consistency.
• You will oversee the preparation of all communications material and work in collaboration with the marketing team and other functions to ensure consistency of message and alignment of content.
• You will be the “brand champion” by developing systems to ensure quality control and conducting periodic quality control activities on all communications.

Media Relations and Public Affairs

• You will develop and deliver a winning PR strategy and work closely with external agencies to plan and deliver proactive media relations campaigns, as well as react to emerging news stories when required.
• You will provide editorial support where required and, in some cases, project manage the delivery of publications to ensure a consistency of message while maintaining the individuality of each publication according to its audience.
• You will serve as the internal editor, managing the publication process and ensuring alignment with the overall communications strategy.
• You will manage media relations and develop contacts with media members, influencers, and community leaders.

The Ideal Candidate Has/Is

• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in corporate communications, public relations, or a related role, with a proven track record in developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies.
• A first degree in a related field from a reputable institution.
• A verifiable track record and respectable standing in the Nigeria media space.
• An experienced communications generalist with exposure to internal and external communications, either in-house or agency.
• Experience delivering 360-degree external and employee communications programs.
• Knowledge and demonstrable experience in managing crises and issues.
• Strong experience writing, editing, and producing written communications for targeted audiences.
• Excellent presentation skills with the ability to present both qualitative and quantitative information clearly, concisely, and persuasively to all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including facilitation, business writing, and listening.
• Excellent organization and project management skills, with strong attention to detail and quality output.
• Experience managing both internal and external stakeholders, with proven ability to develop working relationships and networks at all levels, with high impact and influence in a collaborative environment.

The Goodies

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus in a collaborative work environment.
• Health insurance or medical allowance.
• Robust learning and development opportunities.
• Team-building activities and social events.
• Amazing team culture!

Location
This role is located in Lagos with an hybrid workmode.
Must-haves:

• Experience in Media Relations

Skills:

• Communications

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₦1,200,000.00 - ₦1,600,000.00 per month
Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have?
• Do you have strong experience in internal and external communications, including media relations and crisis management?
• Do you have experience in Media Relations?