Strategic Communications Specialist

The Society for
Family Health (SFH) is undergoing a bold transformation—repositioning itself as
a systems-driven, impact-focused leader in Nigeria’s health and development
ecosystem.

We are seeking a Strategic
Communications Specialist to lead this shift externally, translating
strategy into compelling narratives, high-impact content, and powerful
communication assets that shape perception, influence stakeholders, and
elevate visibility.

This is not a
traditional communications role. This is about strategy → story → influence.

What You Will Deliver

1. Strategic Narrative & Messaging

• Positioning and narrative
  document
  
• Messaging framework (messaging
  house)
  

2. Flagship Content & Communication Assets

• Corporate brochure (flagship
  deliverable)
  
• Donor & partner engagement
  deck
  
• Programme factsheets and briefs
  
• Organisational profile /
  one-pager
  

3. Thought Leadership & Digital Presence

• Social media strategy
  (LinkedIn-led)
  
• Content calendar + high-quality
  sample content
  
• 3–5 thought leadership articles
  (op-eds, blogs, LinkedIn)
  

4. Website Content Refresh

• Content audit and restructuring
  recommendations
  
• Rewritten core pages (About, What
  We Do, Impact)
  

5. Visibility & Influence

• 6–12 month visibility and
  engagement plan
  
• Strategic positioning across key
  platforms and audiences
  

6. Internal Enablement

• Communications toolkit
  (templates, guidelines)
  
• Internal alignment workshop
  

Requirements

Who We’re Looking For: 

A strategic
thinker and exceptional content developer who can connect: Strategy →
Narrative → Influence

• Bachelor’s
  degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related
  field.
  
• Postgraduate
  degree in Communications, Public Relations,
  Journalism, Marketing, or a related field is an added advantage.
  

Experience

• Minimum of
  7–10 years of relevant experience in strategic communications, brand
  positioning, or content strategy
  
• Strong portfolio of high-level
  content and communication assets
  
• Demonstrated
  experience in global health, development, or public sector environments.
  
• Proven
  track record of developing high-level communication materials and influencing
  stakeholders.
  
• Experience
  working with donors, government institutions, and international organisations.
  
• Ability to translate complex
  ideas into clear, compelling, and persuasive content
  
• Exceptional writing and
  storytelling ability
  

What Success Looks Like

• A clear, differentiated external
  identity aligned with SFH’s strategy
  
• High-quality, consistent communication
  assets across platforms
  
• Stronger thought leadership
  presence and influence
  
• A cohesive bridge between strategy,
  narrative, and visibility
  

Application Process: Qualified candidates
should submit the following

• CV
  
• Portfolio of relevant work
  (mandatory)
  
• 1 Page Expression of interest 
  

Benefits

Mode of Work: Hybrid: In-person (Office based) & Remote