• Application Deadline:
• Position: Senior Public Relations and Communications Officer


• Job Type Full Time , Remote


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 4 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Media / Advertising / Branding 
  

Job Role 

• To be successful in this role, you should have strong editorial skills, extensive knowledge of PR and Communications strategies. The candidate should be a critical thinker and quite flexible.

Responsibilities: 

• To develop PR campaigns and other media relations strategies that project the organization in a positive light.


• To  manage the projects within the department, funded projects and other AfriLabs related matters published in the press to ensure they are up to par.


• To track the project timelines of all projects within the Communications department.


• To edit and update promotional material and publications (videos, social media posts etc)


• To organise and facilitate PR events where necessary and serve as a focal person for the organisation.


• To develop networks with PR agencies locally and across Africa.


• To address inquiries from the media and other parties.


• To prepare press releases, keynote speeches and other promotional materials.


• To prepare PR reports on a monthly basis  and provide insights for continuous improvement.


• To manage the ideation stage of PR projects and to monitor communications strategy and social media content calendar while reporting on the outcome and impact.


• To form coalitions with 3rd party vendors to deliver on PR and communications related projects.


• To monitor media coverage, social media metrics, and other relevant communication channels to measure the impact of communication efforts.


• To work in tandem with other key departments to foster the engagement of the AfriLabs ecosystem.


• To perform any other duties as required by the line manager.

Required Skills, Qualifications & Abilities: 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations or any other related field.

Experience

• 4 years experience in public relations and/or a degree or relevant qualification in a PR/Marketing related field with 1 year managerial experience.


• Project Management Experience is a MUST.


• Experience in social media management and digital communication.

Skills

• Excellent ideation strategies for PR and Comms across projects, initiatives through other African countries


• Good understanding of social media platforms and strategic activities.


• Proficient using multi-social posting programs such as Hootsuite.


• Extensive knowledge and experience with Google Suite Tools.


• Good knowledge of design principles.


• General knowledge of Search Engine Optimization and internet ranking for web content


• Relevant experience determining a target audience and how to capture their attention.


• Strong understanding of communications strategy and how to effortlessly utilise these concepts throughout various forms of outreach.


• Creative thinking skills are an added advantage.


• Ability to speak the French Language.


• A positive and proactive attitude towards work.


• A team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills


• Self-motivated, highly organised and able to work to demanding deadlines.