Internal Communications Officer

Job title: Internal Communications Officer

Location: Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Employment Type: Full-time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Sector: Media Advertising & Communications

Experience Level: Mid-level (3-5 years)

Application Deadline: October 29, 2026

About the Company

Oando Energy Resources Nigeria Limited is a significant player in Nigeria's energy sector, focusing on the exploration and production of oil and gas. The company is committed to driving sustainable energy solutions and contributing to the nation's economic development.

As part of the larger Oando PLC group, Oando Energy Resources operates with a vision to be a leading indigenous energy company. They emphasize operational excellence, environmental responsibility, and the development of local talent. The company's operations are geared towards maximizing value from Nigeria's hydrocarbon resources while adhering to international best practices in safety and sustainability.

Job Description

Oando Energy Resources Nigeria Limited is seeking a dedicated Internal Communications Officer to enhance employee engagement and cultivate a strong workplace culture.

In this role, you will be instrumental in planning and executing internal communication campaigns, developing impactful employee engagement initiatives, and ensuring clear, audience-appropriate communication materials. You will also manage communications budgets, coordinate with external agencies, and proactively identify and resolve project challenges.

Required Skills

• Internal Communications, Employee Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Budget Management, Project Management, Vendor Management, Copyediting, Proofreading, Storytelling, Presentation Skills

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage internal communications campaigns, timelines, budgets, and project documentation.
• Develop employee engagement initiatives using employee feedback, survey data, and business priorities.
• Incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion into engagement activities.
• Collaborate with departments to develop clear, audience-appropriate communication materials.
• Monitor campaign effectiveness and report on engagement outcomes.
• Manage communications budgets, procurement, vendor payments, and expenditure tracking.
• Coordinate external agencies, review deliverables, and monitor performance against service agreements.
• Identify and resolve project risks, delays, and communication challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline, preferably Social Sciences, Administration, or Humanities.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in Marketing Communications or a related field.
• Experience managing internal communications and employee engagement projects from planning to evaluation.
• Proven ability to manage agencies, vendors, budgets, and multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong stakeholder management, research, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, copyediting, proofreading, storytelling, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities with integrity, autonomy, and attention to detail.
• Postgraduate qualification is an additional advantage.
• Knowledge of Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, particularly the digital and social media activities of international and indigenous companies is an additional advantage.