Job Summary:
The Head of Communications is responsible for the comprehensive planning and coordination of all internal and external communications. The position oversees the conceptualization, implementation, and ongoing management of conveying information relating to the mission, vision and various aspects. The organization is a faith-based NGO (a church) of international affiliation with branches in up to 4 continents.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure efficient articulation of the specific vision, plans and objectives of the Church
Evolve new and innovative strategies for excellent internal and external communications execution.
Evolve strategic partnerships with stakeholders in the communications space in and outside Nigeria to further drive the organization's agenda.
Identify communication gaps in the existing structure and plug them
Work with leadership team to identify priorities and set direction for communications efforts
Providing detailed reports of communications activities, including return-on-investment analyses
Develop and manage the annual communications/marketing budget
Should provide editorial direction, design, production and distribution of all publications.
Ensure consistent expression across various channels of communication, co-ordinate appearance of all print and electronic materials.
Serve as project manager for communication related initiatives.
Set the example for an environment of creativity, innovation and problem solving.
Establish performance parameters for the team in form of KPIs and periodically provide feedback to ensure enhanced performance.
Qualifications and Experience
Post-Graduate degree in Communications, Journalism, International Relations/Public Affairs, Journalism or other related disciplines
Minimum of 10 years' experience in communications and media management.
Experience working with large, cross-functional teams is a must.
Solid professional experience required including experience producing digital content and managing social accounts for organizations.
Experience of writing, editing and producing written communications for targeted audiences.
Experience producing for the web and a basic working knowledge of software packages for page formatting, image management, videos, and content preparation (HTML, Photoshop, Sharepoint, and similar software preferred,).
Experience leading in a faith-based environment (even if in a volunteer capacity) is very desirable.