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Media and Communications Officer
About this role
The Centre for Communication and Social Impact (CCSI) is seeking a Media and Communications Officer in Abuja to support the design and execution of communication strategies that boost the organisation’s visibility and reputation. The role involves media relations, content development and production, and managing media campaigns, aligned with CCSI’s goals. The officer will handle various media activities, stakeholder engagement, and crisis/reputation management. It is a full-time position reporting to the Senior Media & Strategic Communication Officer. The organisation focuses on social and behaviour change using evidence to address barriers to recommended behaviours and practices.
What you would do
- Maintain a record of all deliverables and ensure activities are carried out as planned
- Assist with media coordination for events, field visits, interviews, press releases, and appearances
- Participate in regular planning and check-in calls with clients and stakeholders
- Support campaign and event planning and delivery
- Build and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, media houses, producers and other media stakeholders
- Draft and distribute press releases, advisories, statements, pitches, talking points and other media materials
- Coordinate media interviews, briefings and roundtables
- Identify opportunities for leadership and technical experts to contribute to public discourse
- Monitor media coverage and assess visibility, tone and reach
- Assist with issues management, crisis communication, and preparation of holding statements and key messages
What they are asking for
- Demonstrable experience supporting media for development work
- Technology proficiency and ability to handle report writing
- Good organisational skills with ability to coordinate activity calendars
- Ability to work in a fast-paced programme environment and manage multiple deadlines
- Familiarity with Nigerian local cultures and languages is a plus
- Understanding of social justice and equity principles and ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders
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