Job Description
HIRING
Communications Specialist | Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi)
đź“Ť Location: Abuja
Experience: 5–7 years
Job Field: Communications / Public Relations / Media
About the Role
Support AHNi’s internal and external communications, content development, media relations, digital platforms, publications, advocacy and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
* Support internal and external communications strategies.
* Develop content for newsletters, websites, blogs, press releases and social media.
* Produce communication materials highlighting project activities and achievements.
* Support press conferences, media briefings, interviews and campaigns.
* Draft and disseminate media advisories, press releases and briefs.
* Develop success stories, lessons learned and program documentation.
* Support social media strategies, content development and feedback monitoring.
* Maintain online platforms and develop digital content and graphic designs.
* Produce IEC/BCC materials, infographics, factsheets, policy briefs and reports.
* Strengthen brand visibility through media relations and digital platforms.
* Support advocacy and resource mobilization through evidence-based communication.
* Ensure compliance with donor branding and marking guidelines.
* Build staff capacity in communication, documentation and knowledge management.
* Liaise with local and international media and monitor media coverage.
* Contribute to technical reports, grant proposals and presentations.
Requirements
* Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Social Sciences or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
* 5–7 years’ progressive experience in communications, knowledge management or media relations within the NGO/Development sector.
* Experience developing communication strategies and donor-focused reports.
* Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills.
* Proficiency in digital communication, social media management and graphic design, with high proficiency in Adobe Illustrator.
* Experience in advocacy, health or humanitarian projects.
* Knowledge of DoS/PEPFAR, Global Fund or other donor communication requirements is an advantage.
* Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
* Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
How to Apply
📧 Send your suitability statement and CV as a single MS Word document to AHNi-ProgMgtJobs@ahnigeria.org.ng.
Use your Full Name, Job Title and Location as the email subject.
Only applications sent by email with the job title and location clearly indicated in the subject will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. AHNi does not charge candidates a fee for a test or interview.
