Media Executive at Slum2School Africa

Slum2School Africa is a volunteer-driven development organization that has taken the lead in transforming the lives of children and youths across underserved communities on the African continent through the provision of various educational development programs, state of the art learning facilities, infusion of 21st-century technology and vocational development, as well as educational scholarships into primary schools, secondary schools, and universities. In 10 years, global impact has been realized through our core strategic scholarship and support programs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Media Executive

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly creative and proactive Media Executive Managerto support the Communications and Media team in shaping compelling narratives and producing visual content that highlights our impact and mission.
• The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in social media management, video editing, graphic design, and content creation.

Key Responsibilities
Content Creation & Storytelling:

• Create and edit high-quality visual content including videos, reels, short documentaries, and photo stories.
• Design creative assets such as social media posts, infographics, posters, and presentations.
• Collaborate with the programs and projects teams to document field activities and success stories.
• Assist with the creation of newsletters, brochures, and media kits.

Social Media Management

• Manage Slum2School’s social media pages (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, TikTok) ensuring regular, engaging, and impactful content.
• Schedule posts, monitor analytics, and optimize content performance.
• Respond to online inquiries and engage with the audience in line with the organization’s tone and brand.

Media Coverage & Coordination

• Support in covering events, interviews, and campaigns (photography, video coverage, livestreams).
• Liaise with partner media outlets and internal teams for content distribution.
• Maintain a well-organized media library and asset database.

Support & Collaboration

• Work closely with the communications, creative, and project teams to support campaigns and storytelling.
• Contribute to brainstorms and planning for awareness campaigns, reports, and fundraising initiatives.
• Stay updated with digital trends and recommend strategies to enhance digital engagement.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Media, Communications, Journalism, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• 1 - 3 years of experience in content creation, digital media, or social media management.
• Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, CapCut).
• Strong graphic design skills with proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, or similar tools.
• Solid understanding of social media platforms, analytics, and content trends.
• Photography and videography skills are a strong advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.