Communications Manager
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Sightsavers is hiring an experienced Communications Manager to support its global communications strategy and thematic plans. The role is based in Yaba, Lagos, Nigeria, and is offered on a part-time basis. The position involves stakeholder management, creative content development, and communications support for programme teams in Africa.
- Part-time role based in Yaba, Lagos, Nigeria
- Focus on global health and disability inclusion communications
- Requires experience in international development or humanitarian sector
- Application deadline is 16th August, 2026
Description
Overview Sightsavers is an international organisation that changes lives for the long term. We work in more than 30 countries to eliminate avoidable blindness and support people with visual impairments to live independently. We do what we do because 80 per cent of blindness in the world is avoidable, and we think that’s astoundingly unfair. We do it because people with disabilities deserve the same opportunities as everyone else. Job Position: Communications Manager Job Location : Yaba, Lagos Employment Type: Part-time Job Summary Sightsavers is looking for an experienced Communications Manager to support the delivery of the global communications strategy and thematic communications plans. Job Role We are looking for an experienced Communications Manager with a strong focus on global health and disability inclusion to support Sightsavers’ global communications strategy and thematic communications plans. You will collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders, support the development of creative content and communication products that are relevant and persuasive, develop an in-depth understanding of our work in Africa and provide on-the-ground communications support to programme teams. Job Responsibilities: Support the delivery of Sightsavers’ global communications strategy and thematic plans, including budgeting and reporting Manage external stakeholders and partners to collaborate on key communications moments, including design and implementation of communication activities Support the development of creative content and communication products Provide on-the-ground communications support to programme teams in Africa This is a varied role, please read the full job description for further details. Skills and Experience: To succeed in this role, you will need: Essential: Demonstrable knowledge and experience: of delivering global communications strategies, plans and activities Project management experience: and a track record of results in working with a range of organisations and stakeholders Demonstrable experience: working in the international development / humanitarian sector and awareness and strong commitment to social justice Experience: of working in organisations and/or on communications campaigns with a strong focus on inclusion Experience: of designing and managing budgets to deliver communications activities Strong experience: and understanding of inclusive and accessible communication strategies Experience: of managing a team Experience: of working within a global team Commitment to disability and gender inclusion Excellent English communication skills and fluency in at least one of these local languages (Swahili, Hausa, Bemba /Nyanja, or Twi) Agile strategic thinking Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines within strict time constraints Strong presentational and public speaking skills Ability to effectively delegate and make decisions Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, within a multicultural context An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunities for people with disabilities. Competent user of Microsoft Office 365. Desirable: Working proficiency in spoken and written French is desirable. Application Deadline 16th August, 2026. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online Tagged as: Media Apply for job About Sightsavers Sightsavers is an international organisation that changes lives for the long term. We work in more than 30 countries to eliminate avoidable blindness and support people with visual impairments to live independently. We do what we do because 80 per cent of blindness in the world is avoidable, and we think that’s astoundingly unfair. We do it because people with disabilities deserve the same opportunities as everyone else.