Job Details

• Define and implement the overall internal & external communications strategy/program for the Company to support communication strategies, business plan & act as spokesperson for the CEO.
• Recommend editorial policies, ddevelop materials to support communications – local newsletters, employee publications, social media, internal communications portal (Intranet etc.) as well as facilitate local in-house events (project launches, roadshows, townhall meetings etc.)
• Liaise with the CEO’s office, HR, Finance, Commercial and Business Units/Undertakings, where appropriate, to communicate messages internally, as required.
• Manage professional networks and communications in order to foster best practices sharing as well as maintain positive relationships with media personnel/houses within and outside Nigeria.
• Ensure corporate identity is followed to achieve uniformity. Oversee the production, distribution and storage of corporate gifts, branded materials, messages and adverts
• Develop and manage media crisis plan by advising on communications solutions regarding messaging, crisis management and negative publicity, and briefing management on the same.
• Deliver full service offer to customers, support the business in attaining its commercial and market share objectives, and contribute to the development of growth platforms and key strategic projects
• Manage company’s brand plan, increase brand awareness, relevant differentiation, value accessibility, emotional connection, synergy and positively portray company at public engagements/forums.

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of shipping and incoterms
• Knowledge of current global trends
• Market and vendor knowledge for contract management
• Sound knowledge of policies, procedures and guidelines for supply chain management
• Strong attention to details
• Very good knowledge of regulatory norms on taxation, duties, import policies,
• Knowledge of contract and commercial law
• Quality management skills
• Knowledge and application of IT systems in contracts management
• Exceptional Time Management skills
• Good negotiation and bargaining skills
• Effective Communication skills

Minimum Qualification / Experience:

• Master’s degree or its equivalent in Communications, Marketing or any related discipline, preferably in the Social Sciences
• Minimum of 8 -10 years relevant experience with at least three (3) in a similar function and in a managerial role.
• Professional certification is an added advantage