Communication Officer at Nana Girls and Women Empowerment Initiative

NANA began in 2008 as a community-based initiative in Yauri Emirate to improve students’ academic performance by supporting teachers to provide extra lessons for those aspiring to higher education. In response to rising youth unemployment, NANA expanded its focus to provide financial support for youth and women to grow their businesses, later partnering with a registered microfinance bank for loan management. Registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission in 2015, NANA has since broadened its operations to Birnin Kebbi and Sokoto states. The organization champions innovative and cost-effective interventions that empower women and girls, guided by values of integrity, equity, and justice. NANA’s strength lies in its deep local knowledge, understanding of gender dynamics, and strong partnerships with government, religious, and traditional institutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Communication Officer

Location: Sokoto 
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and oversees the development and production of publications and newsletters; reviews the NANA's annual and quarterly reports, etc.
• Manages and regularly updates NANA social media account
• Undertakes field visits (upon need) to liaise with target groups and to produce case studies, press releases, human stories, publications, etc.
• Writes and publishes press releases locally to highlight the impact of the NANA
• Leads the dissemination of communication materials to relevant stakeholders (internally and externally)
• Contributes to the presentation of best practices and lessons learned;
• Provides rapid alerts in case of media opportunities and reputational risk;
• Ensures compliance with the regulations, administrative and logistics procedures at the delegation of NANA, and requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Interested candidates should possess an HND / Bachelor`s Degree 
• A minimum of 5 years of previous experience in communication.
• Good technical affinity for media contexts, including knowledge of a wide range of social media, multimedia, web & digital tools.
• Outstanding news writing, editing & event planning skills.
• Good understanding of the country's media & communications environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a high degree of integrity and professionalism.
• Collaborative working style: good team player but with demonstrated ability to work independently;
• Proven experience managing content production.
• Demonstrated experience in managing social media channels.

Required Abilities / Skills:

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Good networking skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize projects
• Knowledge of the Associated Press style guide.

Application Closing Date
7th November, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@nana-ng.org using the job title as the subject of the email.