Team Lead, Communications 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: Team Lead, Communications

Job ID: sfh-90801
Location: Abuja
Employment type: Full-time
Category: Communications

Job Profile

• The Team Lead, Communications will be responsible for developing and implementing SFH's communication strategy at national and international level with the aim of raising awareness of SFH's programmes and services among key stakeholders, including government officials, donors, partners, and the general public. 

Job Role

• Develop and implement SFH's communication strategy, in consultation with the senior management team and key stakeholders. 
• Oversee the development and implementation of SFH's public relations activities, including media outreach, press releases, and events. 
• Manage SFH's digital and non-digital media platforms, including the organization's website, social media accounts, and email communications. 
• Develop and implement advocacy campaigns that support SFH's mission and goals, in collaboration with the senior management team and key stakeholders. 
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of SFH's communication activities with the Monitoring Evaluation Research and Learning (MERL) Team and make recommendations for improvement. 

Qualifications / Experience:

• A Master's Degree in Mass Communications, Public Relations and Marketing
• At least 8 years of experience in communication, public relations, or marketing, preferably in the public health or development sector. 
• Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with the ability to develop and implement communication strategies that support organizational goals. 
• Knowledge of digital media platforms and experience in managing social media accounts. 
• Experience in advocacy and the development of advocacy campaigns.

Compensation & Benefits
The compensation package for this position is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented young professionals.

Application Closing Date
5th May, 2023.