Communications Officer – RCCE

Job Overview:
The Communications Officer – RCCE will provide communications‑focused coordination and technical support to the CGPP project, with a specific emphasis on Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE).

Duties and Responsibilities:
Write, design and manage the production of creative and compelling communication and promotional materials, stories, photos, video, fact sheets, brochures, etc. for the project, targeted at various audiences, including the donor, local and national governments, local Church, partners, media and others as needed. Use and tailor agency messages tailored for each audience and identify and utilize effective distribution channels to disseminate communications materials to key audiences. As appropriate, create and adapt the project’s content for publication on social media, the agency newsletter and the CGPP secretariat. Support the dissemination of relevant information among personnel, partners, project participants, or other relevant actors within the agency. Develop and maintain relationships with local media and help identify opportunities to reach key audiences, and support other program staff in effective local media representation. Provide communications support for events, including signage, handouts, talking points, photos, liaising with media, etc., and liaise with local media, as appropriate, when CRS‑supported events take place. Support the creation of processes, manuals and training for CRS staff and partners on issues related to communications and promoting visibility for the project. Provide on‑site communication and RCEE-related technical support to CBO Partners, under the guidance of the Senior Project Officer and CGPP Secretariat Communications Lead to strengthen RCCE interventions, including advocacy efforts, compound meetings, community dialogues, and other engagement activities. Collaborate closely with government health agencies (MOH, PHCMB, Polio EOC), development partners, and stakeholders to process, analyze, and apply communication data for improving program activities across focal LGAs. Support the use of relevant public health and contextual data to inform and strengthen RCCE messaging and community engagement approaches. Work with the Project Officer-MEAL to contribute to the analysis and use of communication‑related data, ensuring compliance with reporting standards and accurate documentation of progress across indicators. Lead documentation and evidence generation on communication outcomes, including success stories, program evaluations, research activities, communication assessments, and case studies. Provide guidance on community feedback mechanisms, ensuring accurate communication appropriate communication responses to community concerns, misinformation, and rumors, and coordinating information flow with government and partners. Participate actively in program communication activities, including review meetings, campaigns, technical working groups, and other assignments as delegated.

Required Qualifications:
Familiarity with relevant donor regulations and visibility requirements is an added advantage. Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly In Design, and familiarity with canva are strongly desired.

Educational Background:
Not specified

Experience:
Not specified

Languages:
Not specified

Additional Notes:
None