Content Manager

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. Lead the development and execution of Move Afrika’s year-round content strategy .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeLagos • NigeriaMid-LevelSenior💰 $38,000 - $40,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in content strategy development and execution, with strong capabilities in editorial management, digital storytelling, and project management. Proven ability to collaborate across diverse teams and manage content production for live events and campaigns.

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Content Strategy And PlanningEditorial ManagementDigital StorytellingProject ManagementCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Content Production ManagementCopywritingEditingCampaign PlanningStorytellingContent Capture PlanningAudience Insights AnalysisProduction Brief DevelopmentEditorial Calendar ManagementContent Optimization

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsAttention To DetailExceptional Communication SkillsAbility To Manage Multiple PrioritiesAbility To Thrive In High-Velocity Environments

Tools & Technologies

Social Media PlatformsEmail Marketing ToolsVideo Production SoftwareContent Management SystemsAI Tools Integration

Industry Keywords

JournalismCommunicationsMarketingMedia StudiesAfrican MediaEntertainmentCultural CampaignsMission-Driven OrganizationsFreelance ManagementInternational Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and execution of Move Afrika’s year-round content strategy
Develop messaging frameworks, editorial calendars, integrated content plans, and strategic content roadmaps
Translate campaign objectives into audience-first storytelling supporting marketing and advocacy goals
Identify storytelling opportunities featuring artists, communities, beneficiaries, campaign moments, and Move Afrika’s broader impact
Maintain Global Citizen’s editorial standards, voice, and brand consistency
Lead end-to-end planning and production across social media, web, email, video, and partner platforms
Develop content capture plans covering performances, artist interviews, advocacy moments, backstage content, community stories, and campaign milestones
Manage editorial calendars and production schedules across multiple workstreams
Write, edit, review, and approve high-profile content before publication
Collaborate with Creative, Social, Video, Editorial, Marketing, and Policy teams
Optimize content for each platform while maintaining a cohesive campaign narrative
Organize, tag, catalogue, and archive content assets for future use
Monitor campaign performance and audience insights to refine content strategies and maximize engagement
Recruit, onboard, brief, and manage freelance writers, photographers, videographers, producers, and other creative contractors
Coordinate on-the-ground production teams across multiple African markets
Develop production briefs, schedules, workflows, and deliverables
Manage production timelines and ensure deliverables are completed on schedule
Ensure freelancers follow Global Citizen’s editorial and brand standards
Work with local production partners to deliver seamless event coverage

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be based in Lagos, Nigeria
Must possess a valid passport
Must be able to travel to Move Afrika host countries as required
Must be authorized to work in Nigeria
Must maintain a minimum of three hours of overlap with U.S.-based colleagues each working day
Anticipated working hours of approximately 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM WAT, with flexibility during major campaign milestones and live events
Willingness to travel frequently during campaign planning and live event periods
Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Media Studies, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
4–5 years of experience managing content production, editorial operations, digital content, or integrated marketing campaigns
Demonstrated experience developing and executing content strategies for live events, entertainment, music, sports, cultural, or mission-driven campaigns
Experience managing freelance writers, photographers, videographers, producers, or creative agencies
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills
Strong editorial judgment and attention to detail
Proven project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Experience collaborating across multiple regions and time zones
Familiarity with African media, entertainment, music, and cultural landscapes is highly desirable
Experience working within an international or mission-driven organization is an advantage
Ability to thrive in a high-velocity, impact-oriented environment
Content strategy and planning
Editorial management
Digital storytelling
Content production management
Campaign planning and execution
Project management
Cross-functional collaboration
Copywriting and editing
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to integrate AI tools into daily work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to contribute to Global Citizen’s mission to end extreme poverty
Salary payable in equal monthly installments in the equivalent amount of Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Flexible working hours during major campaign milestones and live events
Opportunity to work with international teams across Africa and the United States
Travel opportunities to Move Afrika host countries