Head, Corporate Communications & Branding

Egbin Power Plc. Lagos is one of the biggest additions to the electricity industry in Nigeria. Often seen as the biggest single generating power station in Sub-Saharan Africa, it was built to meet the every rising demand for electricity in Lagos and its environs.

Following the nation’s privatization exercise, Sahara, through its power division, Sahara Power Group and sundry affiliations, acquired the 1320 MW installed capacity Egbin Power Plant. We are working towards deploying a minimum of 5,000 MW of electricity generation over the next five years.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Corporate Communications & Branding

Job Identification: 606
Location: Ikorodu, Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Job Category: Non-Technical

Job Description

• The Head of Corporate Communications and Branding is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies that align with Egbin Power Plc’s vision and business objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media stakeholders to enhance corporate visibility and manage internal communications to foster employee engagement.
• Oversee the company’s brand identity and ensure consistency across all platforms and communication channels.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor communication activities, measure effectiveness, and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Supervise digital communication strategies and ensure an impactful presence across social media platforms.
• Develop and implement communication strategies that align with Egbin Power Plc’s vision and business objectives.
• Manage internal communications to foster employee engagement and alignment with corporate goals.
• Oversee the creation of press releases, newsletters, speeches, and other corporate communication materials.
• Coordinate corporate events, product launches, CSR initiatives, and branding campaigns.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the communications and branding team, fostering innovation and professional growth.
• Lead crisis communication efforts to protect and preserve the company’s reputation.
• Ensure compliance with data protection laws, including NDPR, and uphold corporate governance standards.
• Manage relationships with the host community by engaging stakeholders, addressing concerns, and aligning expectations to ensure smooth operations and foster collaboration that supports the business.
• Oversee and safeguard the company’s brand identity, ensuring consistency across all platforms.
• Identify and proactively manage the growth of the Egbin brand and any issues that may impact reputation.
• Engage with regulators, partners, and community stakeholders through effective communication.
• Manage the company’s reputation with stakeholders through regular communication of critical messages about company activities, plans, achievements, and contributions to society.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media stakeholders to enhance corporate visibility.

Education and Work Experience

• Experience working in large organisations or multinational companies is highly desirable.
• 10–15 years of progressive experience in corporate communications, public relations, or branding.
• Professional certifications in Brand Management, Digital Marketing, or Corporate Communications (e.g., CIPR, CIM, IABC) are an added advantage.
• Experience in media relations, crisis communication, and stakeholder engagement.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.

Skills and Competencies:

• Analytical skills with data-driven decision-making.
• Familiarity with insurance, claims, and risk management processes.
• Excellent storytelling and content creation abilities.
• Experience with material accounting and reporting systems.
• Understanding of data protection laws and governance policies.
• Crisis communication and reputation management skills.
• Knowledge of procurement, contracts, and compliance requirements.
• Strategic leadership in corporate communications and brand management.
• Strong media relations and public affairs expertise.
• Proficiency in digital marketing and social media strategy.
• Event planning and corporate social responsibility coordination.
• Stakeholder engagement and executive visibility management.