Specialist, Public Relations at T2 Mobile (Formerly 9mobile)

9mobile is a Nigerian private limited liability company. EMTS acquired a Unified Access Service License from the Nigerian Communications Commission in 2007. The License enables EMTS provide Fixed Telephony (wired or wireless), Digital Mobile Services, International Gateway Services and National/Regional Long Distance Services in addition to spectrum assignments in the 900 and 1800 MHz bands.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Specialist, Public Relations

Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• The Specialist, Public Relations is responsible for implementing strategic communication and media relations activities that enhance the company’s corporate reputation, support business objectives, and strengthen public trust.
• This role delivers proactive and reactive PR initiatives, manages relationships with traditional and digital media, coordinates press activities, and supports crisis communication efforts.
• The specialist works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency and alignment with the company’s purpose as a leading digital lifestyle brand.

Roles and Responsibilities
Strategic and Operational PR Management:

• Support the design and execution of annual public relations and reputation management strategies aligned with corporate goals.
• Develop and implement media engagement plans to strengthen the company’s visibility across earned and owned channels.
• Maintain and grow relationships with key journalists, editors, influencers, and media partners.
• Draft press releases, thought leadership articles, speeches, and corporate communications for internal and external dissemination.
• Ensure consistency of corporate messaging across all communication channels.
• Support crisis and issues management by preparing holding statements and monitoring media sentiment.
• Collaborate with brand, CSR, and internal communications teams to ensure integrated storytelling.
• Coordinate press conferences, interviews, and executive media engagements.
• Manage media monitoring and social listening reports to track coverage, share of voice, and reputation metrics.

Content Development & Storytelling:

• Generate compelling narratives for blogs that humanize the brand and reflect corporate initiatives, innovation, and leadership.
• Support the creation of press materials for blogs and newsrooms.

Stakeholder & Agency Management:

• Liaise with approved PR and media agencies to ensure high-quality output, efficiency, and adherence to SLAs.
• Maintain accurate and updated databases of journalists, influencers, and stakeholders.
• Provide support for CSR events, sponsorships, and community engagement initiatives from a reputation perspective.

Reporting & Insights:

• Compile media performance dashboards (earned coverage, reach, sentiment, engagement).
• Track and analyse PR KPIs and deliver periodic reports with insights and recommendations for improvement.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Growth in positive media sentiment and share of voice.
• Volume and quality of earned media coverage across traditional and digital platforms.
• Timeliness and quality of media responses and press materials.
• Compliance with brand tone and reputation guidelines.
• Engagement level of media partners and influencers.
• Effective support in crisis management and issue containment.

Requirements

• First Degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification (CIPR, NIPR, PRSA, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• 4–6 years of relevant experience in public relations, preferably within telecoms, technology, or FMCG sectors.
• Proven record of managing media relationships and executing successful PR campaigns.
• Experience with PR analytics tools such as Meltwater, Brandwatch etc.

Required Capabilities:
Knowledge:

• Corporate communications and reputation management
• Media relations and influencer engagement
• Crisis and issue management
• CSR and stakeholder communications
• Knowledge of digital and social media ecosystems

Skills:

• Excellent writing and editing ability
• Strategic storytelling and media pitching
• Data-driven communication and insights analysis
• Relationship building and negotiation
• Event coordination and stakeholder management
• Agility in managing multiple priorities and deadlines

Behavioral Competencies:

• Integrity and professionalism
• Passion for excellence
• Customer and stakeholder focus
• Team collaboration and adaptability
• Proactive problem solving
• Strategic thinking

Application Closing Date
Not Specified. 

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