Description:
We are looking for a Communications and Outreach Officer to lead our communication efforts across digital platforms, manage stakeholder engagement, and support sponsorship outreach. This role involves active communication management via social media, email, WhatsApp, and LinkedIn, along with creating sponsorship proposals, maintaining databases, and scheduling meetings. The ideal candidate is a proactive communicator with strong organizational skills and a passion for building lasting connections.
Key Responsibilities:Digital Communication & Engagement
- Manage and grow the organization’s social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, etc.)
- Respond promptly and professionally to DMs, comments, and public queries on social media
- Handle real-time queries via WhatsApp, maintaining a courteous and helpful tone
- Schedule and publish engaging content on social media
- Track engagement metrics and suggest optimization strategies
Client & Stakeholder Communication
- Respond to incoming emails and ensure timely follow-ups
- Maintain professional communication with clients, partners, and stakeholders
- Schedule and coordinate meetings with internal teams, sponsors, and external stakeholders
- Maintain communication logs and calendars for ongoing correspondence
Outreach & Sponsorship
- Create compelling sponsorship proposals tailored to potential partners
- Research and reach out to companies and brands for sponsorships and collaborations
- Conduct targeted outreach via LinkedIn and email
Database & Coordination
- Maintain updated databases of sponsors, clients, collaborators, and outreach contacts
- Ensure all communication and outreach data is accurately logged and easily retrievable
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Media or a related field.
- Proven experience of 1+ years in digital communication, social media management, and outreach.
- Strong writing and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to multitask, manage deadlines, and maintain high attention to detail
- Comfortable scheduling meetings across different time zones and platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet, Calendly)