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Communications Manager at YouthHubAfrica

By9jabook

May 11, 2025
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Youth Foundation for Development, Education & Leadership also known as YouthhubAfrica is a non-profit organization founded in 2011. Youthhubafrica is a platform for young people in Africa involved in social change to interact, learn, and collaborate in new, creative, and easy ways. Youthhubafrica’s mission is to equip young people with skills and an enabling environment to take center stage for Africa’s development.

 JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:  Communications Manager
Reports to: Executive Director
Location: Abuja                                  
Department: Communications

Main Functions  

The main purpose of this role is to develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies, manage media relations, create content for various platforms, oversee brand messaging, and build relationships with key stakeholders, all aimed at promoting YouthHubAfrica’s mission and advocacy efforts while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and values.

Role Responsibilities 

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy aligned with YHA’s overall goals and priorities.
  • Conduct audience analysis to identify target demographics and communication channels.
  • Maintain brand identity through writing and editing compelling content for various platforms including websites, social media, press releases, newsletters, reports, and publications.
  • Oversee the production of multimedia content like videos, infographics, and podcasts.
  • Manage content calendar and ensure consistent brand messaging across all channels.
  • Build and maintain relationships with journalists and media outlets.
  • Develop media pitches and press releases to promote the YHA’s work and advocacy initiatives
  • Coordinate media interviews and press conferences
  • Develop and execute social media strategies to engage with target audiences
  • Monitor social media conversations and respond to inquiries promptly
  • Analyze social media analytics to measure campaign effectiveness
  • Ensure consistent brand identity and messaging across all communications
  • Develop key messages to effectively communicate YHA’s mission and impact
  • Collaborate with program teams to develop communication materials related to project activities
  • Build relationships with donors, partners, and other stakeholders to promote YHA’s work
  • Track communication metrics and provide regular reports on campaign performance
  • Analyze communication effectiveness and identify areas for improvement
  • Seek opportunities for senior management to maintain thought leadership on key themes around YHA’s mission

ELIGIBILITY

  • A bachelor’s degree in communication or other related field is required; relevant advanced degrees and certifications are an added advantage.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in writing and communications management experience, with a track record of producing concise and accessible communication products
  • Knowledge of governance and anti-corruption concepts, and background in reading and summarizing academic publications
  • Previous work experience in the NGO sector in similar roles  is an added advantage.

Skills  

  • Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and communication skills
  • Deep understanding of the media and communications landscape with a track record of generating and copy-editing communications products used in policy-relevant research (i.e. advocacy products, policy briefs, infographics, etc.)
  • Strong understanding of digital media and social media platforms
  • Proficiency in communications product design, including layout, graphics, and formal/legal requirements
  • Experience in managing and updating content across media platforms, including traditional and social media outlets like Instagram, Linkedin, Twitter
  • Experience in developing and executing communication strategies
  • Proven ability to build relationships with media contacts
  • Project management skills and ability to meet deadlines

WORTH

  • Competitive Salary
  • Health Insurance
  • Pensions Contribution
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Free lunch
  • Personal Development Opportunity
  • NSITF Compliance

Method of Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CVs and cover letters to apply@youthhubafrica.org on  using COMMUNICATION MANAGER as the subject of the mail.

Application Dealine: 13th of February 2025

NOTE: YHA is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer. As a result, we do not discriminate based on age, gender, or disabilities.

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