Communication Associate at Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)

The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) is a Swiss-based foundation launched at the UN in 2002 to tackle the human suffering caused by malnutrition. Working with both governments and businesses, we aim to transform food systems so that they deliver more nutritious food for all people. In particular, we aim to make healthier food choices more desirable, more available, and more affordable. GAIN’s mission is to advance nutrition outcomes by improving consumption of nutritious and safe food for all people, especially the most vulnerable to malnutrition.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Communication Associate

Location: Abuja

About the Role

• GAIN is seeking to recruit Communication Associate to support the implementation of communications strategies by GAIN Nigeria.
• The associate will support GAIN’s operational work as well as make sure that GAIN’s information, advice, and guidance effectively reach key audiences to increase uptake of nutritious and safe diets.

Key Responsibilities 

• Deliver regular programming content i.e. interviews, podcasts, opinion pieces and related content and placing these pieces in top media outlets in Nigeria.
•  Identify key opportunities to profile country leadership in relevant convening settings i.e., as speakers in events or webinars or networks of local organisations.
• Monitor media coverage in-country, undertaking perception studies, and support to manage reputational threats as they occur.
• Support roll-out of media plans for public and media outreach ensuring messaging is consistent with GAIN Nigeria brand.
• Work closely with GAIN’s project teams and travel regularly to the field to deliver compelling content and imagery for both local and global audiences, showcasing GAIN’s work in Nigeria and impact in addressing malnutrition.
• Strengthen and position the digital communication at country level through targeted digital engagement by ensuring that the GAIN Nigeria’s digital media platforms are well maintained, updated, and aligned to GAIN corporate digital communications.
• Populate and deliver quality audio-visual services and when needed, commission external vendors to ensure we have availability of quality multimedia tools such as photos, infographics, and videos.
• Keep up with digital changes and identifying areas for improvements using pictures, infographics, tell better stories, and creating a fast but lasting impact.
• Support in end-to-end event management and coordination of key high-level events.

About You

• The ideal candidate will demonstrate understanding of communication strategy, with experience coordinating both internal and external communications.
• They should have a proven track record in media promotion within the development or private sector, along with the ability to create a wide range of communication materials, including reports, fact sheets, news stories, articles, features, and case studies.
• Proficiency in social media, graphic design, photography, videography, and interactive digital media is also required.
• Additionally, the candidate should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in multicultural environments.
• They should be skilled at translating complex and technical information into clear, audience-appropriate content, and capable of simplifying detailed material into concise, engaging messages.
• A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work across cross-functional teams and adapt flexibly to changing priorities, is essential.

Application Closing Date
10th April 2026.

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