Early Career Professionals Recruitment Programme (Corporate / Creative Communications) at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading non-governmental public health organisation in Nigeria, implementing programmes in malaria prevention, and treatment, Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS treatment, primary health care system strengthening, non-communicable diseases and maternal, new-born, and child health care. SFH ignites the power of health system thinking and market shaping to transform health outcomes. An emerging Pan African organisation, we provide a partnership platform to communities, donors, the private sector and government to co-create and implement actions that create real and measurable impact at individual, family, society, and country level.

In a career at SFH, you will be the centre of making all these happen. You will be joining a team of problem solvers, with real passion to change the world in a fast-paced environment. We are a truly Nigerian rooted organisation with global standards and a diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive, and collaborative - and in providing a work environment that encourages our employees to be their best.

SFH is desirous of creating a pool of talented candidates - Early Career Professionals. Candidates will be tested and screened, and successful candidates will be invited to interviews for suitable positions that arise over the course of the year.

Applications are invited for:

Title: 2023 Talent Pool Recruitment Programme (Corporate / Creative Communications) - Early Career Professionals

Job ID: sfh-82835
Location: Across Various Locations, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Department: Communications

Early Career Professionals Programme (ECPP)

• SFH is looking for talented young people with a track record of academic excellence to join our vibrant workforce under our Early Career Professionals Programme (ECPP).
• We seek people who are analytical, problem solvers, self-motivated, achievement oriented, innovative and who can think ‘outside-the-box’ to cope with the ever-changing business environment.
• We invite applications from people who are interested in building a career with SFH and who demonstrate the potential to move up the career ladder quickly to assume leadership positions in the future.

Requirements
Interested candidates must:

• Have graduated from the University with a minimum of Second Class (Upper Division) or have an HND  with upper credit (see categories of careers / professions and degree/disciplines below)
• Must have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme
• Must have a minimum of 2 years and maximum of 5 years post NYSC experience
• Possession of a relevant Masters’ Degree will give an added advantage
• Show adaptability, willingness to learn new skills and commitment to exceptional delivery
• Possess exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Be innovative and creative
• Have a minimum of 5 O' level credits (including English & Mathematics) at ONE sitting
• Registration with a relevant professional body will give an added advantage
• Must be computer literate and proficient in using the Microsoft Office Suite at the minimum.
• Other computer skills will be of added advantage

Skills and Competencies Required:

• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office Suite skills
• Proficiency with different digital communication channels
• Excellent social media engagement and management skills
• Excellent digitai marketing skills
• Proficiency with public relations management
• Excellent copywriting skills
• Ability to create digital media content
• Ability to manage traditional media services and relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language
• Team player who works under pressure to meet deadlines
• Critical thinker and problem solver with attention to details

What We Offer

• We provide a structured learning process that supports your career development through our Early Career Professionals Programme (ECPP) which provides structured learning, hands-on experience, and the best performance management tools to enable the candidates learn and grow essential competencies for success in the NGO world.
• You will also be joining an organisation that provides opportunity for collaboration across all strata of the organisation and supports the establishment of your professional reputation in the social development sector.

Compensation & Benefits
The compensation package is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented young professionals.

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2023.