About the Role
Agrifood DIL and Resource Center is seeking a qualified Communications Manager for a potential multi-year agricultural development programme focused on strengthening the ginger and sesame value chains across selected states in Nigeria. This role is crucial for ensuring operational readiness, promoting climate-smart agriculture, and driving stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and implement the programme’s comprehensive communications and visibility strategy in alignment with donor and organizational guidelines.
- Create high-quality knowledge products including success stories, case studies, policy briefs, newsletters, and annual reports.
- Manage digital communication platforms, social media channels, and media relations to enhance public awareness of project milestones.
- Collaborate closely with the MERL team and technical specialists to translate data and results into engaging, audience-friendly content.
- Support internal communications, coordinate public events, and build the capacity of project staff and partners on branding and compliance requirements.
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field; a Master's degree is a distinct advantage.
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in strategic communications, public relations, or development communications.
- Proven track record of designing communication strategies for donor-funded or international development programmes.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to translate technical data into compelling narratives.
- Strong digital literacy, including experience managing websites, social media, and multimedia assets.
- Competitive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Opportunity to lead impactful communications for a high-profile national agricultural initiative.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment within the international development sector.