Position Name: Senior Associate, Communications
Division / Function: Marketing and Communications
Location of the Job: Abuja, Nigeria
Reports to: Head, Marketing & Communications, dotted line to Chief Marketing Officer
Role Summary
Husk is seeking an experienced Senior Associate, Communications in Nigeria. The individual will play an integral role in the creation of content, media relations, and strategies for its business verticals (microgrids, energy-efficient appliances, and C&I), and other initiatives.
The candidate will provide support to the Head, Marketing & Communications in designing creative campaigns, benchmarking the performance of all campaigns, effectively utilizing marketing analytics and ultimately driving the initiatives responsible for attracting potential customers as well as retaining existing ones.
Key responsibilities:
Internal Comms
Production of regular updates on Nigeria team progress/highlights
Media Relations
Maintaining press contact list for Nigeria/pan-Africa.
Building relationships with Nigerian editors/journalists covering energy, climate, and other relevant topics and working with them to shape coverage, identify and pitch story ideas, etc.
Distributing press releases and other content to Nigeria media
Support developing/writing press releases and other external comms documents
Content Creation
Creating content for "Powering Prosperity" video series spotlighting Husk customers
Creating content to spotlight employees and business partners.
Develop and execute content strategies across multiple platforms to enhance brand awareness, engagement, and visibility.
Event Management and Marketing Support
Help design and write marketing materials to support the sales team.
Event/Executive Visibility
Maintaining a list of events/speaking opportunities for Nigeria/Africa
Coordinating with event organizers to secure speaking opportunities for Husk
Social Media Management
Manage social media channels (Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn), including content creation, scheduling, and performance tracking.
Required Skills & Attributes
4 – 7 years of experience in Communications
Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Marketing or Communications
Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media/social media
Exceptional communication abilities, including writing, speaking, and active listening
In-depth knowledge of the best writing and messaging practices for business correspondence, public relations, advertising, marketing and sales copy, and social media.
Ability to effectively engage with team members of all levels and across departments
Great project management skills, including time management, goal setting, multitasking, and prioritization.
Good analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
Strong research and presentation skills
Experienced in managing different social media channels
Ability to implement changes and improvements quickly and successfully in operational activities and services.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders at all levels.
Location and Travel
This role is based in Abuja, Nigeria.
Salary:
Negotiable based on experience
Women candidates are encouraged to apply
DISCLAIMER:
This description indicates the general nature and level of the qualifications and duties required of employees in this job classification, as well as the essential functions a person must be able to perform to do this job. It is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Husk Power Systems and its subsidiaries are equal-opportunity employers and make employment decisions on the basis of merit and business need. We hire without consideration of race, colour, religion, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex or gender, or any other basis protected by law.
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