Programme Executive - Communications at Admiralty Resources Services (ARS)

Admiralty Resources Services (ARS) - The company is a Pan-African downstream energy initiative dedicated to business facilitation, capacity building, and evidence-based policy advocacy.

Job Title: Programme Executive - Communications

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Head of Communications

Job Brief

• The Programme Executive – Communications is responsible for supporting the execution of communication strategies that amplify the company’s research outputs, industry insights, and event content.
• The role focuses on content creation, digital engagement, media coordination, and timely dissemination of intelligence to policymakers, investors, and industry stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
Research & Content Communication:

• Translate research reports and data into accessible content (articles, briefs, infographics, summaries)
• Support development of publications, newsletters, and thought leadership materials
• Translate research findings into clear, engaging formats for target audiences.

Digital Communications & Distribution:

• Execute content distribution across website, email, and social media platforms
• Manage updates of digital platforms with research outputs and event materials
• Monitor audience engagement and optimize content performance

Event Communications & Knowledge Dissemination:

• Support promotion and communication for flagship and related events
• Coordinate pre-event, live, and post-event content (live updates, summaries, reports)
• Assist in producing and disseminating event reports and highlights.

Media & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Draft press releases, media briefs, and communication materials
• Support media outreach and engagement for research and events
• Maintain and update stakeholder and media databases.

Brand & Quality Control:

• Ensure all outputs align with company’s brand, tone, and messaging standards
• Proofread and edit all communications materials for accuracy and clarit

Performance Tracking & Reporting:

• Track performance of communication activities and campaigns
• Provide insights and recommendations for improving reach and engagement

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Achieve ≥ 95% on-time content delivery rate
• Maintain ≤ 2% error rate (post-publication corrections)
• Upload 100% of assigned content within agreed timelines
• Maintain 100% updated and accurate media database
• Achieve 100% on-time delivery of event communication plans and materials
• Publish event highlights/report within 3–5 working days (100% compliance)
• Contribute to ≥ 25% increase in event digital reach
• Ensure ≥ 95% adherence to brand guidelines across all outputs.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Political Science, Economics, or related field
• 3–5 years’ experience in communications, PR, media, research, or related field
• Experience working with content tied to research, policy, or events is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• Ability to simplify complex research into clear messaging
• Knowledge of digital marketing and social media management
• Basic understanding of SEO and analytics tools
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: jobs@otlafrica.com using the job title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.