Communications Officer / Research Analyst at West Africa Vocational Academies

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Job Responsibilities

• Candidate will be responsible for researching, analysing, interpreting, reporting and managing data in order to translate results into better solutions for the company.
• Research, analyse, organise data and information to find ways to improve operations
• Produce well-researched content for social media platforms, newsletters, articles and other communication
• Deliver quality writing pieces that appeal to our audience, and boost brand awareness
• Utilize industry best practices and familiarity with the company's mission to inspire ideas and content
• Carryout research and create PowerPoint presentations for MD’s speaking engagements
• Research market and industry trends and patterns and create detailed reports of findings
• Organise and store data for future research projects
• Document all data and research procedures
• Identify and understand problems through forecasting, gap analysis, quantitative reporting, research, and statistical analysis.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Communications or any relevant degree.
• Master’s or relevant professional qualifications desired.
• At least 2 years prior experience in a communications / research analyst role.

Skills & Requirements:

• Must be quantitative, analytical, logical and good at managing numbers and data
• Must possess exceptional writing skills and be able to compose engaging and accurate content
• Excellent digital media skills
• Understand the best practices of main social media channels
• Strong communicator who works well independently and with a team
• Must be one with great attention to detail
• Ability to work on multiple projects with different objectives simultaneous
• Good time management skills, including prioritising, scheduling, and adapting as necessary
• Have ability to distill large amounts of information into key takeaways
• Proficient computer skills, especially writing programs, such as Microsoft Word, Google Docs, Excel, Outlook, and in particular must be able to create high quality PowerPoint presentations
• Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.

Values:

• Must have impeccable personal integrity, tact, and discretion.

Working Hours:

• Mon - Fri, 8 am to 6 pm.

Benefits

• Salary: N100,000 to N150,000 monthly.
• Affiliation with an international brand