Remote (Work From Home)
NGO, NPO & Charity
Salary: NGN 150,000 – 250,000
Job Summary
The Smile Outreach is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Communications Associate to collaborate with our Communications Director in organizing impactful events, producing engaging content, and advancing our mission across multiple platforms. This position is ideal for a proactive professional who is passionate about the nonprofit sector and skilled in storytelling and strategic communication.
Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience Level: Entry Level
Experience Length: 2 years
Working Hours: Full-Time
Key Responsibilities:
- Event Coordination:
- Assist in planning and executing virtual and in-person events, ensuring smooth logistics, participant engagement, and impactful follow-ups.
- Support webinars, workshops, and community gatherings, including hosting and facilitation.
- Prepare communication and event briefs to ensure speaker readiness and effective participation.
- Content Creation:
- Write, edit, and publish high-quality content for newsletters, blogs, and social media that aligns with the organization’s mission.
- Develop thought leadership pieces addressing key issues in the nonprofit sector, positioning The Smile Outreach as a leading voice in its focus areas.
- Create external-facing event recaps and articles to highlight key takeaways and outcomes.
- Strategic Communication:
- Collaborate with the Communications Director to develop and execute strategic communication plans.
- Ensure consistency in tone, branding, and messaging across all communication materials.
- Support the creation, design, and dissemination of newsletters for stakeholders, donors, and partners.
- Monitor engagement metrics and recommend improvements to increase visibility and interaction.
- Campaign and Media Support:
- Contribute to the implementation of campaigns aimed at increasing awareness, engagement, and support for The Smile Outreach’s initiatives.
- Conduct research on trends in the nonprofit space to inform content and strategy.
- Assist with media outreach and management of press materials as needed.
- Collaboration and Brainstorming:
- Source and curate compelling stories, updates, and visuals for newsletters and campaigns.
- Actively participate in brainstorming sessions and strategy discussions with the team.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in a communications role, preferably within the nonprofit or social impact sector.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail.
- Experience coordinating and facilitating events.
- Proficiency in digital communication tools, including email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp), social media management, and content creation software.
- Basic graphic design skills using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- A passion for storytelling and driving social impact.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate in a remote work environment.
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in communication efforts.
If you are passionate about leveraging communication to create meaningful change, join us in amplifying the mission of The Smile Outreach!
