Communication and Advocacy Officer at COOPI
Communication and Advocacy Officer
Organization: COOPI – Cooperazione Internazionale
Location: Abuja
Application Deadline: 12th March, 2026
COOPI – Cooperazione Internazionale is a humanitarian and development organization focused on strengthening resilience in vulnerable communities through climate smart agriculture, emergency response, protection, and peacebuilding initiatives.
Role Overview
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Programmes, the Communication and Advocacy Officer will support the development and implementation of communication and advocacy initiatives to strengthen COOPI’s visibility and recognition among partners, media, and the public.
The role involves planning and delivering communication support for project implementation, promoting COOPI’s activities particularly in Sokoto and across Nigeria, and collaborating closely with project teams, government institutions, civil society, private sector actors, and development partners.
Key Responsibilities
Communication and Advocacy
Implement the Project Publications Policy including content development and coordination of press releases, publications, and articles
Contribute to the development of a project communication strategy aligned with corporate communications strategy
Raise awareness of COOPI’s mandate through information dissemination and public events
Prepare marketing and awareness materials including briefing papers and press releases
Organize publicity, advocacy, knowledge sharing events, and promotional activities
Provide logistics support for events
Maintain an information database and photo collection
Organize and implement collaborative UN communication initiatives such as World Toilet Day and World Food Day
Liaise with media outlets and prepare press releases
Develop promotional materials including pamphlets and videos
Prepare communication reports for the Project Management Team
Perform other assigned duties
Knowledge Management and Capacity Building
Support documentation of best practices and lessons learned
Organize staff training on communication and advocacy
Lead knowledge dissemination processes and produce knowledge products
Build internal and external networks including government agencies, NGOs, think tanks, private sector actors, international development organizations, and UN agencies
Map key competencies across relevant institutions
Support workshops, seminars, and training activities
Coordinate with government and non government agencies to update project information
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, Communication Strategy, Development Communication, or related discipline
Experience
Minimum of 2 to 3 years relevant experience preferably within a development organization
Experience producing communication packages to promote organizational activities
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and graphic design tools
Experience using web based management systems
Language Requirements
Fluency in spoken and written English and Hausa
Functional Competencies
Advocacy and Policy Engagement
Ability to identify relevant information for diverse advocacy audiences
Research and maintain media and stakeholder contacts
Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing
Research best practices and innovative approaches
Document new strategies and methods
Technical Expertise
Knowledge of organizational processes and policies
Strong information technology skills
Visibility and Outreach
Disseminate materials on humanitarian and development activities
Maintain networks and knowledge assets
Client Orientation
Deliver timely responses to internal and external stakeholders
Prioritize work to meet deadlines
Build and sustain professional relationships
Core Competencies
Ethics and integrity
Sound judgment and corporate knowledge
Initiative and self development
Teamwork and open communication
Conflict management
Transparent decision making
Knowledge sharing and learning culture
Additional Requirements
Ability to handle confidential information
Strong commitment to humanitarian and development principles
Understanding of conflict and post conflict contexts
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Ability to work under pressure
High level of reliability and attention to detail
Important Notes
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
Responsibilities may evolve depending on project needs
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