International Alert is one of the world’s leading peacebuilding organisations, with over 30 years of experience supporting communities, advising governments, organisations and companies on how to build peace. Alert works with people in conflict-affected and threatened areas to make a positive difference for peace; to improve the substance and implementation of international policies relevant to peacebuilding; and to strengthen the peacebuilding sector.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Media, Communications and Advocacy Coordinator
Location: Abuja
Job Description
- The Media, Communications and Advocacy Coordinator will lead the development and implementation of International Alert’s media, communication and Advocacy strategy in Nigeria. The post holder will be responsible for media engagement, strategic messaging, branding, digital communication, and public relations to enhance the visibility and impact of Alert’s peacebuilding and advocacy initiatives. The role requires strong expertise in media relations, storytelling, content creation, branding, digital engagement, and public relations, as well as the ability to influence a broad range of stakeholders on conflict resolution, climate change, governance, and peacebuilding.
Responsibilities
Strategic Communication and Media Engagement
- Develop and implement International Alert’s media, communications and advocacy strategy in Nigeria.
- Lead strategic messaging efforts to amplify Alert’s peacebuilding and advocacy work.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with national and international media outlets.
- Maintain active media engagements with key media platforms per quarter.
- Secure the publication of press releases or articles quarterly.
- Achieve substantial increase in positive media coverage within one year.
- Create and distribute press releases, op-eds, articles, and other media materials to increase visibility.
- Monitor and analyze media coverage to refine communication strategies.
Digital Communication and Content Development
- Oversee the creation of engaging multimedia content, including reports, newsletters, blogs, and success stories.
- Lead the production of high-quality visual content, such as infographics and videos.
- Drive audience engagement through innovative digital strategies.
- Manage and grow International Alert’s digital platforms (website and social media).
- Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communication materials.
Public Relations and Advocacy Campaigns
- Organize press briefings, media roundtables, and public engagement events.
- Develop advocacy materials, policy briefs, and media toolkits.
- Conduct media stakeholder engagements
- Strengthen partnerships with journalists, media houses, and influencers.
- Support advocacy campaigns with strategic messaging and storytelling.
- Organize press briefings before major events
Project Reporting, Monitoring, and Evaluation
- Track and measure the impact of communication initiatives using appropriate tools.
- Ensure alignment of media and communication activities with program objectives and donor requirements.
- Lead the development of communication impact assessments.
- Submit timely communication reports to donors and stakeholders.
- Develop and operationalise a media impact tracking system
- Contribute to donor reports by documenting communication outputs and achievements.
Compliance, Capacity Building, and Knowledge Management
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies, donor branding guidelines, and ethical standards.
- Provide capacity-building training for project teams and partners on effective communication strategies.
- Develop media engagement guidelines and best practices.
- Promote internal knowledge-sharing across the organization.
Contribution to Organizational Strategy and Growth
- Represent International Alert in strategic forums related to media and communication.
- Develop compelling communication materials for proposals.
- Integrate communication strategies into project design in collaboration with program teams.
Travel requirements
- Based in Abuja, with regular travel to project locations and media engagements across Nigeria.
Core Competencies and Talents:
- Innovative, adaptable, and proactive in managing communication challenges.
- Exceptional storytelling and public engagement skills.
- Strategic thinker, able to shape media narratives to promote peacebuilding.
- Expert in relationship-building with media partners, policymakers, and donors.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in mass communication, journalism, public relations or related field
- Minimum 7 years of experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role in media, strategic communication, or advocacy.
- Proficiency in digital media strategies, social media management, and multimedia content creation.
- Strong public speaking, crisis communication, and media relations experience.
- Ability to engage with policymakers, donors, and community stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel to project locations, including conflict-prone areas.
- Strong knowledge of the media landscape in Nigeria, particularly in conflict-sensitive reporting.
- Experience in peacebuilding, governance, humanitarian, or development communication.
- Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: [email protected] and [email protected] using the position as subject of email
Application Deadline 20th February, 2025.
