Communications and Media Manager at Amnesty International

Amnesty International is a global movement with the aim to end human rights abuses. Independent, international, and influential; we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they’re denied. Amnesty International Nigeria is a national entity that is part of the global and we campaign for meaningful human rights change to build a culture of respect for human rights in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Communications and Media Manager

Location: Abuja
Job type: Full-time (Permanent)
No of weekly working hours: 40
Type: Fixed Term Contract

Role Summary

• We are is seeking a strategic and creative media professional to join our team as a Communications and Media Manager.
• This is an exciting opportunity to shape public narratives, amplify human rights messages, and elevate the voice of Amnesty’s work across Nigeria and beyond.
• As Communications and Media Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of compelling media and digital strategies that drive public engagement and visibility of Amnesty International Nigeria’s campaigns.
• You will be responsible for building strong media relations, managing digital platforms, and ensuring that Amnesty’s messaging is impactful, timely, and aligned with our human rights mission.

Key Responsibilites

• Strategy Development: Create and implement robust communication, media, and digital strategies to support campaign goals.
• Digital Leadership: Manage and grow Amnesty Nigeria’s digital presence, including social media, website, blogs, and multimedia platforms.
• Media Engagement: Develop press releases, statements, and briefing materials. Build and maintain relationships with national and international media outlets.
• Content Creation: Draft and oversee high-quality, on-brand content to support Amnesty’s advocacy efforts.
• Monitoring & Reporting: Analyze media trends and digital analytics, providing regular insights and recommendations to enhance visibility and impact.
• Stakeholder Representation: Represent Amnesty Nigeria at external events and in media engagements, conveying our positions and priorities with clarity and professionalism.
• Team Management: Lead and support the communications team, including social media, digital campaign, and supporter engagement officers.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, International Relations, Social Sciences or related fields (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in communication, journalism, or media operations, with a track record of success in strategy and execution.
• Proven leadership in digital and social media communications across platforms like Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
• Strong writing and editorial skills, with experience crafting messaging for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated interest and involvement in human rights, social justice, or advocacy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.

Salary
N10,000,000 annually.

Application Closing Date
8th April, 2025; 23.59 PM UK time.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online