Communications Manager

Position Summary

Partners In Health (PIH) is seeking a dynamic, innovative, and socially conscious Communications Manager to lead and expand its communications program in Sierra Leone. This role is primarily based in Kono, with Freetown as an alternative location involving up to 50% travel to Kono. Reporting to the Partnerships and Engagement Lead, the Communications Manager will supervise a team including Multimedia Specialists, a Graphic Designer, and a Communications Associate.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic external communications initiatives, including an annual content calendar aligned with both local and global teams.
• Oversee creation and quality assurance of diverse content formats—articles, audio, photography, and video—that highlight PIH's programs, staff, patients, and overall impact.
• Manage and grow social media channels by setting expansion goals, analyzing performance metrics, and leading innovative digital outreach campaigns.
• Enhance and maintain the PIH Sierra Leone website content to support advocacy, donor engagement, and partnerships.
• Coordinate media relations, managing speaking engagements, supporting media preparation, facilitating journalist visits, and conducting media training for spokespeople.
• Produce fundraising materials such as one-pagers and the Annual Report, ensuring collaboration with global fundraising and marketing teams to elevate flagship projects like the Maternal Center of Excellence.
• Support policy, partnership, and advocacy communication strategies, including engaging governmental bodies and preparing reports for the Ministry of Health.
• Collaborate closely with program managers to enhance grant reporting communications, ensuring compelling and accurate content aligned with donor requirements.
• Maintain and improve internal communications processes including managing the internal newsletter and fostering scalable, inclusive communication practices organization-wide.
• Oversee document and file management systems, making key resources accessible across Sierra Leone and globally.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, supervision, and professional development of communications staff, managing budgetary aspects of the communications program.
• Assess training needs and design communications capacity-building programs to enhance organizational communication effectiveness.
• Elevate the profile and strategic role of communications within the organization.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of relevant experience in digital content strategy, branding, marketing communications, journalism, public relations, or team management.
• Strong passion for PIH's mission centered on global health equity and social justice.
• Demonstrated skills in producing high-quality, cross-cultural content and managing diverse stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to engage professionally and respectfully with a broad range of individuals while effectively reaching goals.
• Willingness to travel frequently for program reporting purposes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines efficiently prioritizing detail-oriented content creation.
• Capability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment, multitasking effectively, and innovating with minimal oversight.
• Experience in leading teams successfully.
• Proficiency or willingness to quickly learn tools like Office 365, CMS platforms, social media, InDesign/Canva, Slack, and Squarespace.
• Exceptional English writing and editing abilities.
• Exhibit adaptability, curiosity, and cultural sensitivity.

About Partners In Health Sierra Leone

PIH is a global health and social justice organization working across four continents, committed to improving health systems and outcomes. In Sierra Leone, PIH supports the Ministry of Health through comprehensive, public sector accompaniment services. The organization notably developed the Maternal Center of Excellence at Koidu Government Hospital in Kono district, enhancing maternal and newborn care with advanced technology, training, and a focus on impoverished populations.

Safeguarding and Workplace Conduct

PIH Sierra Leone upholds strict policies to prevent misconduct such as sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, and financial impropriety. All staff and associates must adhere to these ethical standards and undergo training and screening, including background and terrorism financing checks. The organization participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme ensuring transparency and accountability regarding previous misconduct.

Application Instructions

Candidates interested in this position should apply through PIH's official employment portal by including contact details for three referees. The deadline for applications is 12:00 PM GMT on August 7, 2026.