Digital Communications Assistant

Job Summary:

This position will have a critical responsibility for supporting the delivery of high-quality communications. It will promote and strengthen Ipas Nigeria Health Foundation’s profile and improve overall country program digital communication quality by shaping Ipas Programs into concise, engaging and highly effective material for a range of audiences. The role will support Ipas’ integral communications and business development goals. 

Primary Responsibilities


Assist in developing, managing and disseminating a diverse content portfolio that highlights Ipas Nigeria’s mission and impact, ensuring that all digital content—ranging from insightful thought leadership articles to engaging multimedia stories—accurately reflects and promotes Ipas’s work in Nigeria.
Craft and manage thought-provoking and compelling digital content, ensuring alignment with Ipas Nigeria’s mission and enhancing the organization’s online visibility.
Improve the effective use of digital platforms to ensure brand consistency, increased reach, and higher engagement.
Regularly perform comprehensive analyses of digital engagement metrics and trends to refine strategies, enabling informed decisions to enhance digital presence and report findings to the Supervisor.
Assist in the development and implementation of digital communication strategies and campaigns in close collaboration with the Supervisor.
Support the team’s communication efforts with the timely editing of content material to enhance the appeal of Ipas Nigeria’s communication products.
Support the maintenance of the Ipas Nigeria website, keeping it updated with appealing and relevant content.
Regularly support the development of all project and organizational communications budgets and concepts.
Conduct research and document program design and proposal concepts to achieve fundraising goals. 
Support Ipas Nigeria Knowledge management for effective documentation. 


Essential Criteria


Minimum of two years of working experience in digital communications.
Expertise on digital content design, including illustrations, infographics, design and layouts.
Experience with communication tools eg, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, PremierPro), Canva, and Wondershare.
Experience with digital photography and videography (including video editing).
Excellent command of the English language, verbal, written communication, and editorial skills.
Accuracy and keen attention to detail, in order to produce high quality communications.
Proven ability to think creatively and innovatively.
Project management skills
Proven ability to adapt to new learning.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team setting. 
Ability to deliver work on time and to a high standard. 
Show initiative — willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.


Desirable Criteria


Experience of working in a communication and/or media role for an international organisation.