Strategic Communications Specialist
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Job Summary
The Society for Family Health (SFH) is undergoing a bold transformationrepositioning itself as a systems-driven impact-focused leader in Nigerias health and development ecosystem.
We are seeking a Strategic Communications Specialist to lead this shift externally translating strategy into compelling narratives high-impact content and powerful communication assets that shape perception influence stakeholders and elevate visibility.
This is not a traditional communications role. This is about strategy story influence.
What You Will Deliver
1. Strategic Narrative & Messaging
- Positioning and narrative document
- Messaging framework (messaging house)
2. Flagship Content & Communication Assets
- Corporate brochure (flagship deliverable)
- Donor & partner engagement deck
- Programme factsheets and briefs
- Organisational profile / one-pager
3. Thought Leadership & Digital Presence
- Social media strategy (LinkedIn-led)
- Content calendar high-quality sample content
- 35 thought leadership articles (op-eds blogs LinkedIn)
4. Website Content Refresh
- Content audit and restructuring recommendations
- Rewritten core pages (About What We Do Impact)
5. Visibility & Influence
- 612 month visibility and engagement plan
- Strategic positioning across key platforms and audiences
6. Internal Enablement
- Communications toolkit (templates guidelines)
- Internal alignment workshop
Requirements
Who Were Looking For:
A strategic thinker and exceptional content developer who can connect: Strategy Narrative Influence
- Bachelors degree in Communications Public Relations Journalism Marketing or a related field.
- Postgraduate degree in Communications Public Relations Journalism Marketing or a related field is an added advantage.
Experience
- Minimum of 710 years of relevant experience in strategic communications brand positioning or content strategy
- Strong portfolio of high-level content and communication assets
- Demonstrated experience in global health development or public sector environments.
- Proven track record of developing high-level communication materials and influencing stakeholders.
- Experience working with donors government institutions and international organisations.
- Ability to translate complex ideas into clear compelling and persuasive content
- Exceptional writing and storytelling ability
What Success Looks Like
- A clear differentiated external identity aligned with SFHs strategy
- High-quality consistent communication assets across platforms
- Stronger thought leadership presence and influence
- A cohesive bridge between strategy narrative and visibility
Application Process: Qualified candidates should submit the following
- CV
- Portfolio of relevant work (mandatory)
- 1 Page Expression of interest
Benefits
Mode of Work: Hybrid: In-person (Office based) & Remote
Required Skills:
A university degree in a relevant discipline i.e. Public Health Medicine Statistics Global Development or related field. A masters degree in research methods public health statistics or other relevant science or social science field of study is required. Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research and knowledge of relevant statistical software (e.g. SPSS Stata or other statistical software). Ability to translate MERL results into concrete recommendations for project/activity adjustments based on the data. A minimum of 10 years of core monitoring and evaluation work experience particularly establishing implementing and updating an M&E Plan including Theory of Change and Results Frameworks. A minimum of 8 years of experience and expertise in formulating and implementing Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) MNCH Health policy research in Nigeria. A minimum of 3 years of practical experience with monitoring and evaluation of capacity development initiatives. Demonstrated experience in setting up and managing MERL systems that track performance as per the performance management plan of the project. Demonstrable skills and expertise in documentation and developing knowledge management products Proven experience working with government and other partners within the context of health and social protection in Nigeria. Demonstrated technical depth and understanding of the health policy environment and governance in Nigeria Demonstrable experience developing and implementing communication/dissemination plans publishing lessons learned documents and policy briefs and presenting findings and lessons learned to broad and diverse audiences. Demonstrable experience in strategic communication planning for development behaviour development and change and social mobilisation. Demonstrable experience working on Government or donor-funded projects developing and delivering M&E reports. Attention to detail and ability to perform multiple tasks and balance competing priorities effectively and efficiently within required timeframes Demonstrable problem solving analytical financial and evaluative skills database management and knowledge of MERL frameworks
