Director of Communications
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The People Practice is recruiting a Director of Communications for a major energy-sector stakeholder in Nigeria. The role is based in Abuja and Lagos and focuses on shaping public narrative, media strategy, and stakeholder communications around energy policies and reforms. The position requires 8–10 years of experience and offers two openings.
- Senior communications leadership role in the energy sector
- Based in Abuja and Lagos, Nigeria
- Two openings available
- Focus on media relations, digital presence, and crisis communications
- Requires 8–10 years of progressive communications experience
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- Required8+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
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- RequiredAvailability to work in AbujaThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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Original source description
Director of Communications at The People Practice (2 Openings) ⏲ Sep 9, 2026, 8:09 AM ⋕ View all Media, Advertising & Communications jobs The People Practice - Our client, a major stakeholder in the energy sector, is recruiting to fill the position below: We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Director of Communications Location : Abuja and Lagos Job Role This individual will shape, own, and protect the public narrative around key initiatives, ensuring complex policies and programmes are communicated with clarity, credibility, and impact. Our client is looking to hire a brilliant, strategically minded Director of Communications to lead the development and execution of high-impact communications strategies. This is not a passive, administrative communications role. You will be the architect of our public voice, translating complex energy regulations, infrastructure milestones, and economic policies into clear, compelling narratives that build public trust, engage international investors, and align key industry stakeholders. Purpose You will own the organisation’s public narrative, media strategy, and stakeholder communications. Your job is to ensure that every press release, digital post, media appearance, and public statement is consistent, high-impact, and directly advances the administration’s energy agenda. Responsibilities: Narrative Strategy & Brand Ownership: Develop a master communications strategy that aligns with national energy goals and clearly communicates reform milestones to local and international audiences. Thoroughly brief and prepare the organisation's leadership. for press conferences, panel discussions, television appearances, and high-level international summits. Draft and refine speeches, op-eds, briefing papers, and talking points for the CEO ensuring a consistent, authoritative, and accessible tone. Media Relations & Stakeholder Engagement: Manage inbound media requests with speed and precision. Write, pitch, and distribute press releases and media kits. Maintain and cultivate strong relationships with energy beat reporters, political editors, and international foreign correspondents. Coordinate messaging with other government agencies, ministries (such as Power and Petroleum Resources), and private sector partners to ensure a unified front. Digital Presence & Content Engine: Oversee and modernize the organisation’s digital footprint, including the website, active social media channels (X, LinkedIn), and stakeholder newsletters. Supervise a Communications Officer and creative vendors to produce high-quality infographics, explainer video, and digital assets that simplify complex energy data. Crisis & Reputation Management: Lead the crisis communications war-room when issues arise, drafting clear, factual statements under tight deadlines to manage public sentiment. Anticipate political, regulatory, or operational controversies and establish proactive response protocols. Qualifications 8-10 years of progressive experience: in corporate communications, public relations, or political media relations. Experience: managing communication strategies in highly regulated sectors (Energy, Finance, Infrastructure, or Telecoms) is highly desirable. Graphic design, basic video editing, or data visualization skills to make complex policy data visually intuitive. Master’s degree in Public Policy, Energy/Environmental Policy, or Business Administration (MBA). Track record of executing modern, digital-first PR campaigns. You manage media like a business partner, relying on data, relationships, and rapid turnaround times rather than dry administrative memos. Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Public Policy, or a related field. Professional certifications from recognized public relations bodies (e.g., NIPR, CIPR, IABC). Hands-on experience: managing high-profile PR crises where public and regulatory scrutiny was intense. Network of strong relationships with local energy/business editors and international correspondents (e.g., Reuters, Bloomberg, Financial Times). Multi-lingual capability (fluency in major local languages to aid localized community engagement) is an advantage. Experience: leading small, high-performing teams and managing external agencies or creative vendors. Proficiency in managing modern digital communications, including social media advocacy, video-driven storytelling, and website content management. Must have skills: Government Relations: Deep knowledge of public policy, bureaucracy, and disclosure rules. Tactical skill in neutralizing misinformation and proactively steering public narratives. Outstanding Verbal communication and presentation skills. Exceptional Executive Writing Media & Speaker Prep: Experienced in preparing senior officials for live TV, panels, and summits. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online View all Jobs in Nigeria Lagos State and 1 other location Lagos State , Abuja