Strategic Communications Specialist at CHEVS: Remote Opportunity in West Africa

Overview

The Centre for Human Rights and Social Transformation is hiring a Strategic Communications Specialist. This remote position involves working within a youth-led feminist collective that operates across West Africa and beyond. The organization focuses on movement building, advocacy, and narrative change to advance gender and economic justice, technology justice, rights, and democracy.

Who can apply

This opportunity is suited for communications professionals who are passionate about feminist advocacy, queer rights, youth movements, and social justice across Africa. Ideal candidates should possess strong political analysis, creativity, community engagement skills, and a commitment to collective action. Applicants should understand systems of power, care about connected communities, recognize the limits of their knowledge, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and navigate complex political environments.

What you get

The position offers a remote-first working environment that brings together team members across West Africa and beyond. Professionals in this role will contribute to shaping narratives, strengthening advocacy, and increasing the visibility of movement-led work through strategic messaging and narrative change.

Requirements

Candidates must be comfortable working in complex political environments and communicating issues involving feminism, queer rights, youth leadership, and social transformation. The role requires an ability to collaborate with colleagues across different locations and contribute to a shared organizational culture rooted in continuous learning, collective care, and solidarity.