Communications Lead at West Africa Vocational Education (WAVE)

WAVE is focused on leveling the playing field for young Africans to access economic opportunity. By turning motivated young talent into reliable human capital for local businesses, WAVE inspires positive change in employer attitudes, creating a fairer, more inclusive, and more productive labour market. Learn more at www.waveacademies.org

• The Communications Lead will be responsible for developing and implementing effective communication strategies to enhance our brand, reputation, and engagement with key stakeholders. This role involves overseeing the creation of compelling content, managing media relations, and coordinating both internal and external communication initiatives

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a strong, consistent brand identity across all communication channels.
• Oversee the creation of high-quality content, including press releases, articles, social media posts, presentations, and other marketing materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, manage media inquiries, and secure favorable media coverage.
• Develop and implement effective internal communication strategies to keep employees informed and engaged.
• Develop and implement crisis communication plans and respond effectively to potential crises.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and execute digital marketing strategies, including social media, email marketing, and content marketing.
• Coordinate and manage internal and external events, such as conferences, webinars, and workshops.
• Lead and mentor a team of communication and creative interns.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in corporate communications.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with digital marketing and social media platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Experience with crisis communication and reputation management.

Method of Application

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