Marketing and Communications Fellowship

Policy Vault is offering a unique opportunity for a Marketing and Communications Fellow to join our team in Abuja, Nigeria. This six-month fellowship is ideal for individuals with strong communication, marketing, and stakeholder engagement skills. The fellowship provides an opportunity to contribute to impactful projects that enhance Policy Vault’s visibility and engagement across Africa. Exceptional performance during the fellowship may lead to a full-time role at Policy Vault.

About Policy Vault

Policy Vault is a leading policy technology firm that provides the largest online repository of government policies, electoral guidelines, business regulations, laws, investment guides, and macroeconomic data across Africa. With over 10,000 policies in its database, Policy Vault leverages technology to address the challenge of accessing critical policy documents. Our platform empowers stakeholders—including researchers, investors, civil society organizations, and governments—to access actionable information for research, advocacy, investment, and development planning.

Job Summary

The Marketing and Communications Fellow will play a key role in supporting Policy Vault’s outreach efforts by developing creative marketing strategies and producing high-quality communications materials. This role involves managing social media platforms, creating content for campaigns, and engaging with stakeholders to promote Policy Vault’s mission and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute marketing campaigns to increase awareness of Policy Vault’s services.

• Create engaging written content such as blog posts, newsletters, press releases, and social media updates.

• Manage social media accounts by scheduling posts, monitoring engagement metrics, and responding to inquiries.

• Design promotional materials including flyers, infographics, presentations, and digital assets.

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging across all communication channels.

• Support event planning and logistics for outreach activities such as webinars or workshops.

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders including media outlets, partners, and clients.

• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities for improving outreach strategies.

• Analyze campaign performance metrics and provide recommendations for optimization.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce clear and compelling content.

• Proficiency in using social media platforms (e.g., Twitter, LinkedIn) for professional engagement.

• Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva or Adobe Creative Suite) is an advantage.

• Familiarity with African policy landscapes or interest in public policy is preferred.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities effectively.

• Creativity and adaptability in developing innovative marketing strategies.

Eligibility

This fellowship is ideal for:

• Graduates with no more than three years of experience.

• Current students pursuing advanced degree programs (e.g., master’s or doctoral studies).

• Professionals on sabbatical looking to apply their expertise in marketing or communications.

Fellowship Details

• Duration: Six months

• Compensation: A monthly stipend of NGN 350,000

• Opportunity for Conversion: Exceptional performance during the fellowship may lead to a full-time role at Policy Vault.

• Work Location: Abuja, Nigeria, with flexible working arrangements available.

Application Process

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of applications received, only successful candidates will be contacted. We encourage applicants to submit their applications early for timely consideration.