Outreach Manager

Position: Outreach Manager

Location:
Abuja, Nigeria

Reports To:
TEDxMaitama Curator

Employment Type:
Part-time, Volunteer-based

About TEDxMaitama

TEDxMaitama is a community-driven platform that brings together thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers to share ideas that inspire action and create impact. Our mission is to build a community of passionate individuals committed to driving progress through collaboration, innovation, and ideas worth spreading.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Outreach Manager to join our team and help expand TEDxMaitama’s visibility, impact, and partnerships. The Outreach Manager will play a key role in building and nurturing relationships with diverse stakeholders, including potential speakers, sponsors, media, community organizations, and influencers. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, a deep understanding of audience engagement, and a passion for promoting impactful ideas.

Key Responsibilities
• Community Engagement:
• Build and manage relationships with community leaders, organizations, and influencers to increase TEDxMaitama’s reach and visibility.
• Partnership Development:
• Identify and cultivate new partnerships and collaborations with local and international organizations, sponsors, and stakeholders to support TEDxMaitama events and initiatives.
• Speaker Outreach:
• Work closely with the Curator and Content Team to identify and approach potential speakers for TEDxMaitama events, ensuring alignment with our mission and event themes.
• Media and Public Relations:
• Establish and maintain relationships with media outlets and journalists to secure coverage for TEDxMaitama events and initiatives.
• Event Promotion:
• Develop and execute strategies to promote TEDxMaitama events, including social media campaigns, email marketing, and public relations efforts.
• Monitoring and Reporting:
• Track and report on the success of outreach campaigns and partnerships, providing regular updates to the Curator and team on key metrics and outcomes.
• Collaboration:
• Work closely with the marketing, content, and event teams to align outreach efforts with broader organizational goals and event strategies.

Required Skills and Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in outreach, public relations, or community engagement, preferably within the non-profit, media, or events sector.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proven track record of managing outreach campaigns and securing partnerships.
• Experience in managing and promoting events, both online and offline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• A passion for TEDx’s mission and a genuine interest in ideas worth spreading.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in the TEDx or similar event space is a plus.
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools, including social media management platforms and email marketing software.
• A network of media contacts and community leaders in the Nigerian or African ecosystem is an advantage.

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