Communication and Media Associate at Jireh Doo Foundation (JDF) – Makurdi, Benue & Maiduguri, Borno

Jireh Doo Foundation is recruiting two Communication and Media Associates for its operations in Makurdi, Benue State, and Maiduguri, Borno State. The position oversees organisational messaging, media engagement and visibility.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate external communications, public relations and organisational visibility.
• Maintain consistent communications across employees, partners, beneficiaries and media outlets.
• Manage social-media channels, branding, campaigns and the communications budget.
• Prepare press releases, internal newsletters, media pitches and other written products.
• Coordinate media interviews, enquiries and opportunities for coverage.
• Maintain project calendars, deadlines and cross-departmental communication processes.
• Support website search visibility and communication staff development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Marketing, Business, English, Journalism or a related field.
• At least three years in a communications, media or comparable role.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Hausa, public speaking and media relationship skills.
• Competence with Microsoft Office, design and publishing tools, digital communication and AP-style writing.
• Sound organisation, discretion, teamwork, cultural sensitivity and knowledge of humanitarian or health programmes.

Application conditions

• Applications must be in English and include an explanation of interest and suitability, plus an accurate CV showing qualifications, training, work experience and three professional references.
• Reference checks, including PSEA-related suitability checks, apply. The role is subject to donor funding.