Communication and Advocacy Officer at Adewunmi Desalu Parkinson's Foundation (ADPF)

About the job

• We are seeking a dedicated Communications and Advocacy Officer to join our team at Adewunmi Desalu Parkinson's Foundation (ADPF).
• This role is critical in raising awareness and advocating for Parkinson's Disease in Nigeria.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing effective communication strategies, engaging with various stakeholders, and promoting the foundation's mission.

Key Responsibilities

Communication Strategies:

• Craft comprehensive communication plans to enhance the foundation's visibility and impact - including strategies for internal and external communications, social media engagement, and production of communication assets.
• Manage digital and traditional media platforms, ensuring consistent and impactful messaging.

Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Identify opportunities for collaboration and alliances with public and private stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with government bodies, healthcare professionals, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Organise and participate in advocacy events, workshops, and seminars.

Content Creation and Management:

• Produce high-quality content, including press releases, articles, and social media posts.
• Oversee the foundation's website and social media channels, ensuring up-to-date and accurate information.

Public Relations and Media Outreach:

• Serve as the foundation's spokesperson when necessary.
• Develop and maintain relationships with media outlets to promote foundation activities and Parkinson's Disease awareness.

Fundraising Campaigns:

• Plan and execute fundraising campaigns, including online and offline initiatives.
• Collaborate with fundraising teams to develop compelling appeals and donor engagement strategies.

Donor Relations:

• Cultivate relationships with donors, sponsors, and supporters.
• Acknowledge contributions, provide updates, and ensure donor satisfaction.

Grant Writing:

• Research, write, and submit grant proposals to foundations and donors.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements and reporting.

Advocacy Initiatives:

• Develop and implement advocacy campaigns to influence public policy and raise awareness of key issues.
• Mobilize supporters to participate in advocacy efforts.

Event Coordination:

• Plan and execute events related to Parkinson's Disease awareness and advocacy.
• Coordinate logistics, manage budgets, and engage with participants and speakers.
• Monitoring and Reporting:
• Monitor the effectiveness of communication strategies and advocacy initiatives.
• Prepare regular reports on activities, outcomes, and impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in communications, advocacy, or a similar role, preferably in the healthcare or non-profit sector.
• Experience with design skills including Canva.
• Experience conducting outreach and advocacy via social media.
• Experience planning and executing outreach campaigns, including goal setting, audience identification, message development, storytelling, tactics selection, and results tracking.
• Strong familiarity with website and mail systems including WordPress, Campaign Monitor and Hootsuite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficient in digital communication tools and social media platforms.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape in Nigeria.

Skills

• Ability to develop and implement effective communication and advocacy strategies.
• Strong organizational and event management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Passion for healthcare advocacy and a commitment to making a difference in people’s lives.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Pension
• Leave allowance