Communication & Advocacy Officer at UnoCasa Consulting

UnoCasa Consulting is a full-service Human Resources Consultancy business with a focus on Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and Consultancy services. Our raison d’etre is the notion that your people are your advantage and proffer people-centric solutions to ensure your team accomplishes your business goals.

We are not your run-of-the-mill HR Company; we believe in team diversity and teamwork; we believe that the workplace should have an ambience that inspires productivity of the team; and the application of technologies to enhance efficiency. We know that every business is unique and tailor HR solutions to your organisation’s needs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Communication & Advocacy Officer

Location: Surelere, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Head of Programs, Head of Operations, Executive Director

About the Role

• We are seeking a strategic, creative, and impact-driven Communications & Advocacy Officer to lead communications, advocacy, and public engagement efforts.
• This role is critical to shaping public discourse, strengthening stakeholder and donor engagement, and driving awareness initiatives that influence policy, reduce stigma, and improve access to care.
• If you are passionate about storytelling, advocacy, and using communication as a tool for social impact, this role offers a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead internal and external communication planning, including digital, print, and media outreach
• Produce high-quality content such as press releases, articles, blogs, impact stories, advocacy briefs, and social media posts.
• Coordinate media engagements, interviews, press conferences, and public appearances.
• Design and implement advocacy campaigns aimed at influencing public policy, reducing stigma, and improving access to Parkinson’s care.
• Plan and coordinate events related to Parkinson’s disease awareness, advocacy, and fundraising.
• Monitor the effectiveness of communication, advocacy, and fundraising strategies using data and feedback.
• Collaborate with fundraising and program teams to develop compelling donor appeals, case stories, and campaign materials.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and supporters through consistent and transparent communication.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, Marketing, or related field
• 3–5 years in communications, public relations, or advocacy roles
• Experience in NGO, healthcare, or development sector is preferred
• Demonstrated experience in media relations, digital communications, and advocacy campaigns.

Core Skills:

• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• Strong digital communication and social media management experience
• Proven media relations and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to translate complex issues into clear, compelling messaging
• Strong organizational, analytical, and multitasking abilities.

Application Closing Date
28th May, 2026.

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