About the Role
Leadership Newspapers Group Ltd, a premier and award-winning media publishing house in Nigeria, is seeking a talented and passionate Community Manager to join our digital team. In this role, you will be the voice of our brand, fostering meaningful conversations, managing digital spaces, and strengthening engagement with our wide readership of policymakers, intellectuals, and the general public. You will play a crucial part in expanding our digital footprint and enhancing our online reputation across all social media channels and interactive platforms.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and implement comprehensive community management strategies to enhance reader engagement and brand loyalty across all digital platforms.
- Monitor, moderate, and respond to comments and messages on website comment sections, social media pages, and forums in a professional and timely manner.
- Collaborate closely with the editorial and digital content teams to amplify breaking news, opinion pieces, and special features.
- Identify trending topics, public policy issues, and audience interests to spark engaging discussions within the community.
- Track, analyze, and report on community engagement metrics, sentiment analysis, and audience growth using standard analytics tools.
- Organize and host digital events, live Q&A sessions, and webinars to foster a deeper connection between the publication and its readers.
- Ensure adherence to brand guidelines and community standards while swiftly handling crisis communication and negative feedback.
- Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, English, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 to 4 years of proven experience as a Community Manager, Social Media Manager, or similar digital role, preferably within the media or publishing industry.
- Deep understanding of the Nigerian socio-political landscape, public policy, and current affairs.
- Exceptional copywriting, editing, and verbal communication skills with a strong command of the English language.
- Familiarity with social media management tools, analytics platforms, and basic content management systems.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, defuse tense situations, and manage diverse online communities.
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a leading media organization.
- A dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced work environment at the heart of Nigerian journalism.