Communication Officer

Under the supervision of the Project Manager and Head of Office, the Communication Officer will carry out the following tasks for Avocats Sans Frontières France:

Strategic Communication and Visibility


Ensure a high-level visibility and good branding of ASF France activities in the country and online
Oversee the communication and visibility of the project to ensure adherence to donor’s visibility rules
Develop specific and general communication strategies for its projects and related topics to ensure increased visibility for activities
Implement the strategy in line with the project objectives
Contribute to learning and sharing processes within the organization, to assist in the identification of relevant advocacy issues and policy directions regarding HR violations


Content Creation and Media Relations


Develop, create and edit communication materials including press releases, articles, testimonies, newsletters, banners, posters and leaflets to highlight HR violations
Coordinate media engagements for the organization
Organization of International Days events: press conference, written press statements to be published on social media
Propose and develop communication tools for raising awareness campaigns on specific human rights violations (radio jingles, radio shows, etc.)
Prepare communication tools and reports for ASF activities
Monitor and collect press articles on the project and other relevant issues related to HR violations


Digital Communication and Social Media Management


Develop contents for ASF France website and manage its social media pages
Develop social media engagements and campaigns
Maintain and manage the mailing list and communication database for the organization


Event and Internal Communication Support


Manage the communications aspect of trainings and meetings. Special participation will be requested for the design and organization of CSOs and Media trainings
Organize meetings or other events as requested by the Head of Office
Ensures the follow-up of communication actions and data collection


Project Implementation and Organizational Alignment


Strictly follow the organizational work plan and individual activity plan and proactively contribute to the achievement of the strategic directions of the organization; ensuring adherence to quality and timeliness of deliverables
Work closely with the communications officer at the headquarters of Avocats Sans Frontières France to align the communications strategy of the Nigeria office with that of the headquarters.


Required profile and qualification

Training / Education


Minimum of a Bachelor\'s degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, or related fields
Additional certifications or trainings in human rights, international development or humanitarian communication.


Professional Experience


At least 7 years of relevant experience in communications, public relations, media or advocacy
Experience working in an international or multicultural environment
Proven experience in managing and executing social media branding and campaigns (preferably in the social impact sector)
Previous experience working with civil society organizations, donor-funded projects or human rights institutions
Experience in planning and implementing media or public awareness campaigns
Demonstrated experience writing press releases, articles and social media content


Skills and Competencies


Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Good understanding of Nigerian institutions, context and media landscape
Proficiency in content creation and editing (text, photo, video)
Social media management (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
Familiarity with email tools (e.g. Mailchimp)
Knowledge of graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently
Strong interpersonal and intercultural communication skills
Demonstrated interest in human rights, civic space, or democratic governance


Profile of the ideal candidate 


The ideal candidate will have an interest and passion for human rights issues.
The candidate must be an enthusiastic, organized self-starter who is a positive team player with the ability to work both independently and to collaborate effectively with teams. 
The candidate must possess superior skills in both written and verbal communication, and in problem-solving.


This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by the employee within the position. The actual duties, responsibilities, scope and qualifications may vary to some degree.

Conditions 


Local contract (full-time - 40 hours/week)
Salary: between 1,900,000 and 2,100,000 naira gross per month, depending on experience and skills
Contract duration: 7 months, renewable
Start date: End of July 2025
Location: Abuja, with assignments planned according to the training and activity schedule.


Benefits: 2 days off per month, health insurance coverage

Will be part of a Franco-Nigerian team