Communications and Public Relations Officer at PPDC

DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31, 2025 — The Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC) seeks a creative, strategic and results-driven Communications and Public Relations Officer.

This role is full time and based in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

The Communications and Public Relations Officer will play a central role in shaping, promoting, and safeguarding the image and reputation of the PPDC.

The Officer will be responsible for driving strategic communication campaigns, managing all internal and external communications, and ensuring consistent and compelling narratives across traditional and digital platforms.

Applicants should have Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Mass Communication, Marketing, or a related field and a minimum of five years of progressive experience in communications, media relations or public affairs, preferably within a nonprofit or development organisation.

The deadline for applications is October 31, 2025.

APPLY HERE

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