Media Relations Specialist at a Women’s Empowerment Movement – Global Profilers

Job Title: Media Relations Specialist

Position Overview

• We are seeking a passionate and skilled Media Relations Specialist to join our team.
• The Communication Officer will play a key role in developing and implementing communication strategies that amplify our mission, engage stakeholders, and drive impact. 
• This role requires a creative storyteller, a strategic thinker, and a collaborative team player who is committed to advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Communication Planning:

• Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies to support the organization’s goals and programs.
• Create and manage a content calendar to ensure consistent and impactful messaging across all platforms.

Content Creation:

• Write, edit, and design compelling content for websites, social media, newsletters, press releases, and other communication channels.
• Develop stories, case studies, and testimonials that highlight the impact of our programs and the voices of the women we serve.

Media Relations:

• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers to secure coverage of our initiatives.
• Draft press releases, media kits, and pitch stories to relevant media contacts.
• Digital Engagement:
• Manage and grow the organization’s social media presence (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) to engage supporters and raise awareness.
• Monitor and analyse social media metrics to optimize engagement and outreach efforts.

Brand Management:

• Ensure all communication materials align with the organization’s brand identity, mission, and values.
• Maintain consistency in messaging and visual representation across all platforms.
• Use organization’s generated files to create/generate content for the website and social media platforms

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with internal teams, partners, and stakeholders to gather information and develop communication materials.
• Support the planning and promotion of events, campaigns, and fundraising initiatives.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Track and report on the effectiveness of communication strategies and campaigns.
• Use data and feedback to refine, improve communication efforts, inform and improve programme decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Liberal Arts, Linguistics or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in communications, preferably in the nonprofit sector or with a focus on social justice, gender equality, or women’s empowerment.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences.
• Proficiency in digital communication tools, including social media platforms, email marketing software, LMS and content management systems
• Strong graphic design skills and familiarity with tools like Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar.
• Experience in media relations and securing press coverage is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Passion for women’s empowerment, and socio-economic change and development.

What We Offer

• Salary: N300,000 – N450,000 Monthly.
• A meaningful opportunity to contribute to a cause that transforms lives and communities.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is 6th May, 2025. Therefore, Qualified and interested candidates should send their updated Resume to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.