Communication Officer 2

NigeriaCommunication Officer 2OrganizationInternational Committee of the Red CrossPosted 23 Oct 2025 Closing date 6 Nov 2025Who We AreThe International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and at the same time promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.THE PURPOSEUnder the supervision of the Communication Coordinator, the Communication Officer supports decision-making by proactively identifying, monitoring and analysing information from a variety of public sources in line with the delegation's priorities. S/He contextualizes and links the selected information with the political, economic and security environment and performs systematic monitoring of the reputation of the ICRC and National Red Cross or Red Crescent Society in local languages and local media. S/he contributes to designing, planning and implementing communication projects and activities in coordination with the Communication Manager. The officer also contributes to representing the ICRC externally and building the necessary understanding and acceptance of and support for the ICRC among key stakeholders.YOUR ROLEMonitor the online news agencies (local and international media) and identify the relevant articles and information for the delegation in a daily media monitoring template and share them with all staff and other stakeholders by email or through GinkGo platform on daily basis.Monitor social media (Facebook, X/Twitter, blogs and other social media platforms) to identify trends and relevant information and share it via daily media monitoring.Regularly updates the media and social media influencers mapping of the delegation, and follows the trending topics among themPrepare thematic reports and thematic analysis of current political, social and humanitarian affairs, as required.Prepare bi-weekly Social Media reports and the biannual ICRC’s media visibility report.Support other colleagues of the Communication department and the delegation in the design of internal and / or external surveysCarry out and/or closely follow the results of external surveys in order to assess the ICRC’s reputation in the public sphere.In close coordination with other departments (Protection, Networking, Health, etc) organise round tables with key researchers, writers, academics, among other key interlocutors in support to the delegation’s analysis of trends and the context.With the Communication Coordinator contribute to defining communication and, where relevant, prevention objectives, strategies and plans of action for the geographic area or programme covered, in line with the field sub-structure's priorities and/or the delegation’s communication/prevention strategy.With the communication coordinator implement relevant activities and develop tools for: operational communication, community engagement, promoting International Humanitarian Law (IHL), building National Red Cross/Red Crescent Society communication capacity, public and digital communication.Support communication-related training and coaching for field-structure staff and/or other departments when needed.Contribute, in coordination with the Communication team in Abuja and COM field officers at field level, to effective internal communication (eg. regular presentations, meetings, events, video projections, etc.) and produce/edit internal articles to highlight key activitiesYOUR PROFILE: EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEUniversity degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as communications, political science, international relations, sociology, journalismMinimum 4-6 years’ work experience in a field relevant to communication and/or preventionFluent spoken and written English. Knowledge of local languages (Hausa, Kanuri) an asset.Excellent writing, research and analytical skillsSound knowledge of the political, social and media environment in Nigeria.Computer skills (proficiency in MS Office); familiarity with digital communication tools.Experience in an ICRC operation and IHL knowledge an asset.You must have a valid working permit to work in NigeriaWhat We OfferRewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.Competitive employment package with medical insurance and ICRC pension plan.In-house training opportunities for personal development.A full-time, fixed-term contract (1year – renewable).The opportunity to join an ICRC talent pool, be considered for future assignments elsewhere and experience different contexts, fields, and challengesGrade: B3How to applyClick on the link or scan the QR code below to access the application page; Application LinkAndSendyour resume and a cover letter, valid license to practice (where relevant), and valid ID card to ABJ_Recruitment_Services@icrc.orgClearly indicate “ABJ202500550 Comm Officer 2 ABJ" as the subject of your application. (Only applications submitted through the designated MS Form will be considered for this role)The deadline for the submission of applications will be 06.11.2025, 16:30hrs. Late applications will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.Equal opportunities shall be provided to all employees and applicants for employment based on their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination based on race, colour, religion, gender, nationality, status, disability etc. (The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment). We welcome applications from all qualified candidates; Female & People Living with Disability applicants are encouraged to apply.ICRC will not request any monetary payments from applicants at any stage of the recruitment processJob detailsCountryNigeriaCity FCT-Abuja SourceInternational Committee of the Red CrossTypeJobCareer categoryAdvocacy/CommunicationsYears of experience5-9 yearsThemesPeacekeeping and PeacebuildingProtection and Human RightsShare Share this on Facebook Share this on X Post this on LinkedIn