Welcome to the Girl Child Art Foundation. Our vision and mission is to see Nigerian girls empowered to fulfill their destiny by helping them realize and develop their creative, leadership and entrepreneurship skills. Our goal is to invest in sustainable solutions that will mitigate or end poverty, provide equal opportunities for social, economic and educational development, and that will ensure a life free from violence.
About the Role
- We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Engagement Officer to join our team. This individual will play a critical role in strengthening relationships with our donors, volunteers, and community partners while amplifying our impact through compelling communication, events, and outreach.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and nurture professional connections with donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners.
- Build trust-based relationships that encourage long-term support and collaboration.
- Plan, organize, and execute fundraising, advocacy, and awareness events.
- Manage event logistics, budgets, and promotional activities to ensure successful outcomes.
- Develop engaging stories, newsletters, and visual content that highlight GCAF’s programs and impact.
- Manage and grow the organization’s social media presence.
- Prepare high-quality proposals, presentations, and stakeholder updates.
- Ensure clear, inspiring, and consistent communication that reflects GCAF’s mission and values.
- Collaborate with community leaders and members to understand their needs.
- Align GCAF programs with community priorities for maximum relevance and impact.
- Serve as a visible champion of GCAF in the community and at public events.
- Represent the organization’s values and mission to diverse audiences.
- Work closely with colleagues across fundraising, communications, and program teams.
- Coordinate efforts to ensure strategic and consistent engagement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate records of donors, partners, and stakeholders using donor management tools.
- Track engagement activities, follow-ups, and reporting needs.
Qualifications and Competencies Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Nonprofit Management, Social Sciences, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience
- At least 3–5 years of relevant experience in stakeholder engagement, community mobilization, or partnership management within non-profit organizations or development projects.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective engagement strategies.
- Experience working in gender-based, youth-focused, or educational programming is an advantage.
Key Competencies
- 2–5 years of experience in community engagement, donor relations, fundraising, or communications (nonprofit experience preferred).
- Strong writing, storytelling, and public speaking skills (Not AI. If you are not naturally good at writing Do Not Apply).
- Experience in planning and managing events.
- Proficiency with social media platforms and basic design/content tools.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
Method of Application
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