Nigeria is Africa’s most populous country and the 7th most populous country in the world with over 175 million people. Nigeria has continued to grow, urbanize, and modernize and it is projected that at its current growth rate, it will reach a population of about 450 million people by 2050 and will be the 3rd most populous country in the world. However, Nigeria also stands at number '2’ in the world for number of people living with HIV-with about 3.3 million infected. At present, 45% of the entire population is younger than 18 years old, which has serious and important implications for Nigeria’s population growth. One can postulate that in the next ten years, almost half of Nigeria’s population will be reaching reproductive age. At the moment, approximately 45 million Nigerian women are of reproductive age and maternal mortality rates are high at 630 deaths/100,000 live births and neonatal mortality rate at 39 deaths/1000 births. Furthermore, 20% of Nigerian women report an unmet need for family planning and total fertility rate is high at 5.7 children per woman. Nigeria currently has a contraceptive prevalence rate (CPR) of 17.5% CPR but Nigeria’s Minister of Health has made reaching 36% contraceptive prevalence rate by 2018, a national goal. DKT Nigeria will contribute to reaching that goal by providing a variety of contraceptive options such as condoms, IUDs, oral contraceptives, emergency contraceptives, injectables and implants, using innovative marketing. In addition, DKT will target adolescents with youth-friendly reproductive services by branding and promoting products that will take into play the multi-cultural character of Nigeria, and through advertising especially via modern market advertising like social media. DKT will help Nigeria realize its female reproductive health goals by providing effective, safe, affordable and quality contraceptive products aimed at reducing misconceptions about birth control, increasing HIV prevention awareness and confronting HIV transmission, increasing contraceptive options, ease of choice and accessibility through innovative marketing strategies and wide distribution across the country. DKT will distribute these products using a social marketing approach, which leverages the private and public sectors, targets the urban and rural communities and promotes open communication and re-education about family planning, sex, and birth control. In 2014, DKT Nigeria sold over 16 million condoms, more than 60,000 IUDs, and became one of the first programs globally to offer Sayana Press injectable contraceptives, selling 18,900. This translates into 871,927 couple years of protection.
DKT NIGERIA is set to recruit Freelance/Content Writer (Contact) - Remote. We are looking for a smart, dynamic, self-motivated, and committed individual to fill this position. The Content Writer will develop clear, engaging digital content for the Honey & Banana website. The goal is to ensure users can easily understand sexual and reproductive health information, make informed decisions, and access available services through our
partners.
Key Responsibilities
Website Educational Content Development. Develop high-quality written content for website pages including:
- Family planning methods
- Contraceptive options (IUDs, implants, pills, condoms, etc.)
- Sexual wellness and intimacy
- Reproductive health
- Relationship health
- Myths and misconceptions about contraception
- Frequently asked questions
- Content should simplify complex health information into easy-to-understand language for general audiences.
Youth-Friendly Health Communication. Translate technical medical or health information into relatable, stigma-free content
appropriate for:
- Young adults
- Couples
- Newly married individuals
- Individuals exploring family planning options
- Content must maintain accuracy while remaining conversational and approachable.
SEO & Digital Optimization. Write content optimized for digital discovery by:
- Applying SEO best practices
- Structuring content with clear headings and metadata
- Writing search-friendly articles and guides
- Supporting website visibility on Google search
Educational Guides & Resource Materials. Develop long-form content including:
- Educational articles
- Explainer guides
- Myth vs fact articles
- “How it works” pages
- Decision support tools for family planning
Chatbot and Call Centre Knowledge Content. Support the development of content that will power:
- Website FAQs
- Chatbot responses
- Knowledge base for call centre agents
- This ensures users receive consistent and accurate information across all Honey &Banana touchpoints.
Required Skills and Experience
Candidates should demonstrate:
- Strong writing and storytelling skills
- Ability to simplify complex health topics
- Experience writing for digital platforms
- Understanding of SEO and web content structure
- Ability to write clear, engaging, non-technical educational content
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- Content Style Expectations
Content produced should be:
- Clear and easy to understand
- Conversational but responsible
- Non-judgmental and inclusive
- Culturally appropriate for Nigerian audiences
Deliverables
- Writers will typically be required to produce:
- Website articles
- Educational resource pages
- FAQ content
- Explainer guides
- Blog posts
- Myth-busting articles
- Service information pages
Application Requirements
Applicants should submit:
- Portfolio of relevant writing samples
- Previous health or educational content (if available)
- Demonstrated experience writing for digital platforms
Method of Application
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