Job Title: Communication and Media Associate
Locations: Makurdi, Benue and Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Full-time
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for the way in which employees, partners, beneficiaries and the public view the organisation.
- Direct the overall flow of information for the organisation including public relations and visibility.
- Work with staff across departments to ensure consistent messaging.
- Manage special projects of varying type and size related to communications.
- Communicate with members of print, radio and television media.
- Manage social media communications.
- Answer questions from staff, partners and media outlets.
- Prepare and manage the communications department budget.
- Maintain a calendar of assigned projects and deadlines.
- Deliver written and verbal communications by designated deadlines.
- Manage the organisation’s branding.
- Educate staff members on communication processes.
- Write and distribute press releases to print, radio and television.
- Create and launch targeted marketing/visibility campaigns.
- Conduct interviews with members of the media.
- Drive message and announcement development and pitch strategies.
- Maximise opportunities for the organisation to be featured in various media.
- Develop internal organisation newsletters for employees. • Optimise organisation website content for internet search engines
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications, Business, Marketing, English, Journalism or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working as a Communication and Media Associate (or equivalent).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of Associated Press writing style guide.
- Proficiency in design and publishing software.
- Ability to effectively prioritise projects and multi-task; efficient time manager.
- Ability to function well in a team environment.
- Strong public speaking skills and highly detail-oriented.
- Expert knowledge of the organisation’s mission statement and programme offerings.
- Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional networking skills and ability to establish firm and reliable contacts in various media outlets.
- Fluency in English and Hausa (written and spoken)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Advanced computer skills, including the ability to type quickly and to use Microsoft Office products, email and the internet.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality for sensitive issues or projects and use judgement to execute duties and responsibilities.
- Sensitive to cultural differences and an understanding of the political and ethical issues.
- Knowledge of health programmes.
Application Closing Date
13th November, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: apply4jdfjobs@gmail.com using the position and location for which you are applying for as the subject of the mail.
All applications should be in English and must include the following
- An application letter explaining why you are interested in the position and how you meet the qualities and qualifications criteria.
- A concise and accurate CV. The CV should include information about your qualifications, relevant training courses, work experience, and the name and contact details of three relevant references.
Note
- Candidates applying for this position must note that reference checks will be conducted, especially on PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) and job qualification/suitability.
- We thank all applicants for their interest in the position; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- This position is subject to donor funding.