Impact Communications Officer

Type: Full-time, 12‑month renewable (subject to funding & performance) Compensation: 445 USD gross per month, plus benefits Location: Abuja, Nigeria Reports to: Director of Growth Apply here: https://hiring.lafiya.org/r/RG0bxv Deadline: 23:30 West Africa Time, Sun 8 March 2025ABOUT LAFIYAAt Lafiya, we're on a mission to make contraception accessible to anyone who needs it and wants it – no matter where they live. Through our network of dedicated female health professionals – our Lafiya Sisters – we provide information and deliver contraception directly to communities that need it most. Our approach is cost-effective, community-based, and deeply rooted in respect and agency. We operate in hard-to-reach communities that otherwise do not have access to contraceptive products and information. We currently run our core programme across four states in northern Nigeria, managing 480 Lafiya Sisters. In addition to our direct community work, we are building our own supply chain to address widespread supply challenges in Nigeria and are partnering with government stakeholders to realise sustainable financing models for the procurement of contraception. To date, we have supported more than 450,000 women through our innovative last-mile approach.We're a fast-growing non-profit in the middle of a transition from start-up to scale-up. Our focus is on impact, cost-effectiveness, and ensuring our work enhances the dignity and agency of those we serve.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Impact Communications Officer is responsible for the visual and digital representation of Lafiya’s work. Your goal is to ensure that our brand reflects our aim to be a high-performing, evidence-based organisation. You will sit within the Growth team, working daily to produce the assets (posts, decks, infographics, and videos) that help us build trust with donors and partners. This is a role for a "maker" who understands that in the non-profit sector, visibility is a tool for impact; the more clearly we show our results, the more women we can serve. You will not be responsible for generating the footage itself, but occasionally will manage local contractors who will.WHAT YOU’LL DO* Visual Production: Designing world-class pitch decks, one-pagers, and reports in Canva for meetings and international conferences. * Data Visualisation: Translating complex impact metrics and cost-effectiveness data into clear, honest, and attractive infographics and dashboards. * Multimedia Editing: Producing and editing short, punchy videos and photo stories from our field work to bring the stories of our Lafiya Sisters to life. * Channel Management: Managing our professional social media presence (LinkedIn and Instagram) to keep our community of partners and stakeholders updated. * Asset Curation: Organising and editing our library of field photography and video footage to ensure it is always ready for high-stakes reporting.WHO YOU AREYou are a visual thinker who believes that a clear infographic or a well-produced video can be just as persuasive as a 20-page proposal. You’re likely the person in your circle who always makes things look sharp and professional, with a knack for taking a raw idea and making it visually striking. You are tech-savvy, fast, and thrive in an environment where you can see your designs directly contribute to a team's success. You take pride in high-quality craftsmanship and understand that professional communication is essential for an organisation to move from a start-up to a national scale-up.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE* Completed bachelor’s degree * You can demonstrate (through formal or self-taught education) that you are a fast learner and a systematic thinker * You have launched and completed an independent project that shows your drive, determination and grit: e.g. a YouTube channel, a newsletter, a successful social media page, or a freelance business * You must have a portfolio or a collection of work samples (decks, videos, graphics) that demonstrates your ability to produce high-quality, professional visualsSKILLS & PERSONAL QUALITIES* Graphic Design Mastery: You can build professional, clean, and brand-consistent documents and graphics with high speed, using tools like Google Slides, Canva, Adobe Illustrator or Adobe InDesign. * Video Editing: You can take raw footage and edit it into sharp, professional clips for social media or donor updates, using tools like Adobe Premier Pro. * Attention to detail: You take responsibility to ensure everything we present externally looks perfectly polished. * Visual Logic: You have a sharp eye for typography, layout, and colour, ensuring everything we produce looks high-end. * Grit & Speed: You prefer building a quick draft and iterating over spending weeks on a single post. You have the "get-it-done" attitude required for a scale-up. * Professional Writing: You can write updates that are direct, professional, and free of jargon. * Website Maintenance: Proficiency in no-code website building tools (e.g., Squarespace) * Outreach: Proficiency in email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp)WHY SHOULD YOU APPLYThis is a crucial role for growing and stewarding Lafiya’s support network. Our Growth team is responsible for fueling the motor that drives Lafiya’s impact. We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You will have regular check-ins with your supervisor, and continuous feedback on your performance. We hold bi-annual performance reviews where we set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals.There will be room to take initiative, make decisions, and leave your mark on a critical stage of Lafiya’s growth. We don’t have layers of approval or slow processes – if something makes sense, we’ll try it.Benefits include:* 30 days’ of paid annual leave * Fully paid maternity leave * Bonus compensation scheme up to a two full months of additional pay based on performance * Flexibility in where, when and how you work * Working closely with a team of senior leaders who are collaborative, ambitious and serious about impact. * HMO insurance cover, travel reimbursements, possibility of a co-working space.HOW TO APPLYWe value your time and aim to make our recruitment process as insightful as possible. It includes:* Stage 1: Application Form & Assessment. Share your CV and complete a 40-minute multiple-choice quiz to assess your fit for the role. There is an opportunity to upload writing and design samples to showcase your writing style. * Stage 2: Test Task. Engage in a 2-3 hour task that mirrors the kind of work you'll do with us. * Stage 3: Interview. This is the final stage, after which we’ll make offers. All candidates will be asked the same questions in a 1-hour interview, and you’ll get the questions in advance. It will also be an opportunity for you to ask us questions.NOTE: We recognise that AI and LLM tools are changing how people work and can be helpful thought partners. However, this role is rooted in creativity and human understanding. Writing with authenticity is part of how we build trust. Submissions that appear to rely excessively on AI-based tools will be disqualified.We're committed to transparency and will provide feedback from Stage 2 onwards. If you're ready to embark on this journey with us, apply here: https://hiring.lafiya.org/r/RG0bxvFor any questions, reach out to our Operations Team at [email protected]