Campaign Lead, Surge Africa at Surge Africa Organisation

Surge Africa takes a system change approach to devise solutions to the climate crisis through an intersectional lens. We develop high impact programs with potential to drive institutional and community-level change through policy & diplomacy, research analysis, strategic communications and alliance building. Together with our partners and allies, we are building an agenda that puts people first, by weaving the margins of justice, equality, and freedom in climate justice advocacy.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Campaign Lead, Surge Africa

Location: Kano
Employment Type: Full time

Role Overview

• As the Campaign Lead, you will be responsible leading, proposing, planning and executing Surge Africa’s campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive campaign strategies aligned with our organization's mission and goals and promote existing campaigns.
• Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of multi-channel campaigns across various platforms, including digital, social media, events, and grassroots initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop impactful messaging, creative content, and advocacy materials that resonate with our target audience.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and influencers to amplify campaign reach and impact.
• Monitor campaign performance, track key metrics, and provide regular reports and analysis to inform decision-making and optimize future campaigns.
• Stay informed about climate-related issues, trends, and developments to ensure our campaigns remain relevant and effective.

Qualifications

• Degree in Marketing, Communications, Environmental Studies, or related field.
• Proven 3 years experience in campaign management, preferably in the nonprofit sector or environmental advocacy.
• Strong strategic thinking, creative problem-solving skills, and a passion for driving social change.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of climate change issues and environmental sustainability initiatives is preferred.
• Ability to anticipate climate trends using both research and own insight, and brings the project into the fore of that trajectory.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and public speaking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Application Closing Date
12th May, 2024.