Officer, Communications at the Population Council

The Population Council (The Council) is an international, non-profit, non-governmental institution that seeks to improve the reproductive health and well-being of populations around the world and to achieve a humane, equitable and sustainable balance between people and resources. Working in in partnership with government and community-based organizations in Nigeria since the 1960s, the Council established a country office in 2006 to facilitate an expansion of its research portfolio to address HIV and AIDS among key and vulnerable populations, maternal mortality and morbidity, adolescent sexual and reproductive health, as well as generate evidence for improving access to family planning and reproductive health services, and child marriage.

The Council seeks an experienced professional to fill the position of Officer, Communications of the FP2030 North, West and Central Africa Hub based in Abuja, Nigeria 

Job Title: Officer, Communications

Location: Abuja, Nigeria or another country where the Council currently has registration. Remote work schedule can be negotiated.
Reporting To: Manager, Advocacy, Accountability & Partnerships
Assignment Length: Yearly, renewable by mutual consent

Job Summary

• The Officer, Communications reports to the Manager, Advocacy, Accountability & Partnerships.
• This position serves as the lead for all the Hub’s communications functions. 

Working Relationships:

• Reporting to the Manager, Advocacy, Accountability & Partnerships will work closely with the rest of the Hub team.
• They will also collaborate closely with FP2030’s Director, Communications located in the North America & Europe (NAE) Hub, the Global Communications team, the Hub Advocacy, Accountability & Partnership Manager, and with Communications teams at all Hubs. 

Responsibilities

• Execute communications projects for the Hub, including managing the production of all Hub communications materials, in line with FP2030 design guidance. 
• Ensure consistent language, tone, and branding for all externally facing products and platforms, consulting with the Global Communications team to ensure consistency of messaging and positioning across FP2030. 
• Support the Hub’s presence at regional convenings and events, including logistical work, collateral design, and staffing. 
• Develop content for communications materials such as web stories, op-eds, press releases, fact sheets, talking points, and event briefings as needed, working closely with the NAE Hub’s Communications team as appropriate.
• Work with new and existing FP2030 commitment-makers in the region to promote new commitments and amplify success stories from existing commitments, working closely with the Global Communications team needed or appropriate.
• Programmatic Oversight
• Collaborate with consultants and other staff as needed to advance communications work across the region.
• Support and contribute to the production of FP2030’s annual progress report, collaborating closely with the NAE Hub’s Communications team. 
• Manage communications consultants on an as-needed basis, which may include external editorial, design or media support. 
• Support external partner networks to facilitate their strategic engagement with FP2030’s and the Hub’s platforms, channels, and messaging. 
• Provide regular updates on the progress of communications work in the region, including to the global FP2030 Communications network and FP2030 Senior Leadership; draft content for reports to funders, Senior Leadership, and key external stakeholders as needed. 
• Work with the Hub team to support the team’s communications priorities and to amplify success stories from the region. 
• Support the translation of FP2030 products as needed, working closely with the Global Communications team 
• and with the Officers, Country Engagement, making use of external translation support as appropriate. 
• Perform other relevant tasks that may be assigned by the line manager.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent standard of education required, preferably in Communications, Digital Media, Journalism, International Relations, Global Health, or other directly related field. 

Skills and Abilities:

• At least 5-7 years of professional experience in communications or public relations. 
• Written and spoken fluency in French (and English).
• French language proficiency required. 
• Knowledge of design programs preferred.
• Strong critical thinking, decision-making, and project management skills. 
• Team player with adaptable and pragmatic approach to work, able to work independently as well as with a team.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills and the ability to meet deadlines and deliver objectives on time despite time constraints and pressure situations.
• Ability to think strategically and help drive projects from inception to implementation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural competencies.
• An interest in and passion for global health, family planning, reproductive health, international development, or women’s rights issues strongly desired. 
• Demonstrable track record of successful communication projects executed in previous roles.
• Experienced in communications and managing processes to successfully adhere to product schedule and quality standards.
• Excellent writing, editing, interpersonal, and oral communications skills. 
• Knowledge of national and regional media environment and familiarity with journalist networks preferred. 
• Experienced in social media strategy development and implementation. 
• Willingness to travel (up to 20%).

Personal Competence:

• Politically astute with a good understanding of the bigger picture, culturally sensitive and diplomatic.
• Enthusiastic and motivated about FP2030’s vision, mission and values.

How to Apply
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