Strategic Communications Specialist at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading non-governmental public health organisations in Nigeria, implementing programmes in Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS prevention and treatment, malaria prevention and treatment, primary health care system strengthening and maternal, newborn and child health care. We work in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the Global Fund, United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Department for International Development (DFID), Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, MSD for Mothers and Children Investment Fund Foundation among other international donors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Strategic Communications Specialist

Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Job Type:  Contract
Mode of Work: Hybrid: In-person (Office based) & Remote 
Contract Duration:10–12 Weeks (Renewable)

Job Description

• We are seeking a Strategic Communications Specialist to lead this shift externally, translating strategy into compelling narratives, high-impact content, and powerful communication assets that shape perception, influence stakeholders, and elevate visibility.
•  This is not a traditional communications role. This is about strategy → story → influence.

What You Will Deliver
Strategic Narrative & Messaging:

• Positioning and narrative document
• Messaging framework (messaging house)

Flagship Content & Communication Assets:

• Corporate brochure (flagship deliverable)
• Donor & partner engagement deck
• Programme factsheets and briefs
• Organisational profile / one-pager

Thought Leadership & Digital Presence:

• Social media strategy (LinkedIn-led)
• Content calendar + high-quality sample content
• 3–5 thought leadership articles (op-eds, blogs, LinkedIn)

Website Content Refresh:

• Content audit and restructuring recommendations
• Rewritten core pages (About, What We Do, Impact)

Visibility & Influence:

• 6–12 month visibility and engagement plan
• Strategic positioning across key platforms and audiences

Internal Enablement:

• Communications toolkit (templates, guidelines)
• Internal alignment workshop

Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Postgraduate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field is an added advantage.

Experience:

• 7–10 years of relevant experience in strategic communications, brand positioning, or content strategy
• Strong portfolio of high-level content and communication assets
• Demonstrated experience in global health, development, or public sector environments.
• Proven track record of developing high-level communication materials and influencing stakeholders.
• Experience working with donors, government institutions, and international organisations.
• Ability to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling, and persuasive content
• Exceptional writing and storytelling ability

What Success Looks Like:

• A clear, differentiated external identity aligned with SFH’s strategy
• High-quality, consistent communication assets across platforms
• Stronger thought leadership presence and influence
• A cohesive bridge between strategy, narrative, and visibility.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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