Senior Coordinator, Communications at eHealth Africa (eHA)

eHealth Africa designs and implements data-driven solutions and technologies to improve health systems for and with local communities. eHA’s technology works in low connectivity settings and uses data to drive decision-making by local governments and partner agencies to get optimum results.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Senior Coordinator, Communications

Location: Kano
Employment Type: Full Time

Purpose of the Position

The Senior Coordinator, Communications will support eHA’s Communications department predominantly by implementing media and communication activities for the organization in line with the strategic direction of eHA.

What You’ll Do
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:

Implementing communications strategies to build awareness and promote the programs and solutionss of the organization
Developing and adapting communication channels and materials, including content creation for multiple channels and coordinating quarterly and annual program reports
Supporting and managing events and conferences, including planning, vendor management, managing media details during and after the event
Building on existing and develop new relationships with media, key decision makers, member organizations and other parties
Travel within Nigeria may be required up to 50% of the time
Other duties as assigned from time to time

Who You Are
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to successfully perform this job:

B.Sc degree in a related field (Public Relations, Communications, Marketing etc.) is required; a Masters degree and/or professional certification is an added advantage
Minimum of 5 years work experience, NGO experience is an added advantage.
Must have the ability to manage conflicts and resolve problems effectively.
Proven experience as a communications specialist with excellent communication (oral and written) and presentation skills
Experience in project management with a proven track record of delivering on objectives
Experience in copywriting and editing
Highly creative with the ability to think outside the box and experience in identifying target audiences and devising campaigns that engage and inform
Team player with the ability to interact with all levels of employees and external partners.
Must have strong organizational skills and be able to work calmly under pressure
Standard office ICT skills, including social media.