Strategic Communication Specialist Abuja

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) is a Nigerian government agency established in July 2016 to remove bureaucratic and legislative constraints, reduce the cost of doing business, and improve the business climate for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the country.  We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Strategic Communication Specialist

Location: Abuja What You’ll Do

Develop and deliver a communication strategy and calendar for PEBEC, aligned with its reform priorities and Council decisions. Draft speeches, talking points, press statements, opinion pieces, briefs, and presentations for PEBEC’s local and international engagements. Translate complex policy and regulatory reforms into clear, accessible messages for different audiences. Manage media relations for the PEBEC, including media briefs, interviews, and press engagements. Monitor and analyse media coverage. Oversee PEBEC’s digital and social media presence, coordinating with PEBEC’s strategic communications team to keep content accurate, timely, and consistent with the PEBEC brand. Anticipate reputational risks and prepare timely responses to emerging issues. Support stakeholder dialogues, reform launches, and public briefings. Maintain an organised repository of key messages, speeches, fact sheets, frequently asked questions, and media coverage. Prepare periodic reports on communication activities and results.

A First Class or Second Class Upper Division (2:1) bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Political Science, Public Administration, or a closely related field from a recognised institution. Demonstrated ability to turn complex policy and regulatory issues into clear, persuasive content for diverse audiences. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, including speechwriting and preparing concise briefs for senior decision-makers. Proficiency with digital and social media tools and Microsoft Office. Demonstrated ability to work with stakeholders across government, the media, and the private sector. Strong editing, storytelling, and analytical skills, with close attention to detail and sound judgement. Creativity and the ability to adapt messages to different audiences and platforms. Integrity, discretion, initiative, resilience, and a strong sense of public service. Working knowledge of the Nigerian government and institutional landscape.

A Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline. Experience in the Presidency, a Ministry, Department or Agency, or with multilateral or development partners. Experience in social media analytics, graphic design, or multimedia production.

30th November, 2026. How to Apply

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