Advocacy and Communication Specialist at Network of People Living with HIV and AIDS in Nigeria (NEPWHAN)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and carry out campaigns to raise awareness of important issues and influence policy changes.
• Research and analyze policy trends and stakeholder viewpoints.
• Establish and nurture relationships with policymakers and other stakeholders to advance our advocacy goals.
• Create and distribute advocacy materials, including briefs, fact sheets, and press releases.
• Organize advocacy events to garner support for our organization’s priorities.
• Monitor media coverage and public discussions relevant to our focus areas and respond as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align advocacy and communication efforts with organizational strategies.
• Evaluate the impact of advocacy and communication activities and report findings to senior management.
• Collaborate with the National Coordinator on program-related tasks.
• Attend and report on discussions at State Coordination meetings.
• Coordinate with advertising firms and partners on messaging and materials for caregivers and providers.
• Provide monthly reports to the NEPWHAN National Coordinator and Program Manager.
• Work with partners to promote communication and counseling for health workers addressing gender-based violence and stigma.
• Contribute to project exit strategies and sustainability planning.
• Network with governments, CSOs, and community partners to strengthen HIV programs.
• Manage the deployment and distribution of prevention resources.
• Document advocacy and communication progress and report regularly.
• Assist local implementing agencies in designing and implementing communication interventions.
• Conduct capacity-building activities related to advocacy and SBCC at zonal levels.
• Coordinate the development of communication materials and provide feedback on media materials.
• Collaborate with stakeholders in HIV/AIDS/STI/TB prevention and treatment efforts.
• Assist in identifying and contracting consultants for SBC activities.
• Mobilize collaboration and resource sourcing for gender and vulnerability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Policy, Political Science, or related field
• A Master’s Degree is desirable and an added advantage.
• 10-15 years of proven experience in advocacy, public affairs, donors, or government relations.
• Understanding of policy processes and political dynamics at various levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience managing advocacy campaigns and using various communication channels.
• Strong project management skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and advocacy/communication tools.