Senior Writer - CEO Communications at Plan International

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian non-profit organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood, and enable children to prepare for - and respond to - crises and adversity. We believe in the power and potential of every child, but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Writer - CEO Communications

Location: Nigeria
Type of Role: 12 months fixed term contract

Description

• This is an exciting moment to join Plan International. With a new CEO taking the helm, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape high-impact executive communications and play a key role in supporting the positioning of the organisation and our leadership at a critical time. 
• In this role as the Senior Writer, CEO Communications you will provide strategic support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) by developing and coordinating executive communications and CEO engagements, with a strong emphasis on speechwriting, op-eds, supporting thought leadership, and coordinating the CEO's external communications preparations. 
• Your focus will be on high-impact, written content, aligning with broader communications efforts, including digital and social media, to amplify Plan’s global messaging.
• The location of this role can be flexible, where Plan International has an office* that can employ on behalf of the Global Hub and you have the pre-existing right to work and live. 
• Preferably in a central time-zone. We are mostly remote working with occasional visits to the office required depending on where you are based.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have proven experience in C-suite communications—particularly speechwriting and thought leadership—within the INGO sector or a similarly complex, global environment. 
• This role requires exceptional editing skills, strong cross-functional coordination, and the ability to position senior leaders effectively in external forums. 
• A deep understanding of stakeholder management, geopolitical trends, and organisational messaging is essential.

Application Closing Date
Thursday, 22nd May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online