Communication and Knowledge Management Advisor

SNV is a global development partner, deeply rooted in the countries where we operate. Driven by a vision of a better world where all people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to thrive sustainably, SNV strengthens capacities and catalyses partnerships that transform agri-food, energy, and water systems. We help strengthen institutions and effective governance, reduce gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enable adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises. With 60 years of experience and a team of approximately 1,600 people, we support our partners in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia, tailoring our approaches to different contexts to achieve large-scale impact and create more equitable lives for all.

Our CARE principles—Committed to Impact, Adaptive to Context, Respecting Differences, and Expertise in Practice—are at the heart of who we are and the work we do. These principles are embedded in our vision, mission, and strategy, which serve as our compass guiding us towards 2030.

Overall Project Background

The Dutch government, through the Directorate General for International Cooperation (DGIS), is supporting efforts to improve food security and sustainable soil fertility management as part of its sustainable development agenda. In this context, a consortium composed of IFDC, SNV, and Wageningen University (WUR) received funding to implement the Soil Values Program (2024–2033).

The program aims to sustainably manage soil fertility and health to increase agricultural productivity while strengthening the resilience of smallholder farmers in the Sahel, including women, men, youth, and other underserved groups, in the face of climate change.

Soil Values focuses on three main axes of change:

• Agroecology
• Inclusive market development (markets and finance)
• Enabling environment (institutions and policies)

The consortium collaborates with several international research institutions, including IITA, CIFOR-ICRAF, ISRIC, and IWMI, to support program implementation.

Key intervention areas include:

• Bundling: Developing integrated technological packages combining agronomic and socio-economic solutions for sustainable soil management.
• Integrate: Promoting participatory landscape and watershed management.
• Brokering : Facilitating financial mechanisms to support farmers and agro-pastoralists.
• Convening: Supporting policy dialogue to create an enabling environment for sustainable soil fertility practices.
• Scoping & learning: Encouraging innovation, learning, and knowledge development throughout the program.

In the implementation of the Soil Values program, SNV is responsible for Intervention Area 2: “Integration of Community and Landscape Approaches in Soil Fertility Management.” This intervention aims to harmonize community-based land development practices with integrated watershed management approaches. It focuses on combining local agroecological and hydrological knowledge with nature-based inputs and complementary external solutions to enhance soil fertility and conserve water resources.

SNV in Nigeria is currently seeking applicants for a full-time position for Advisor for Communication, Knowledge management on its Soil Value Project.

Under the overall guidance of the Multi-Country Project Manager, the Communication and Knowledge Management Advisor is responsible for creating and executing effective communication plans that engage and foster various stakeholders, about the project's mission, programs, and impact. The purpose of the role also includes leading and managing all communication activities, lead in developing all communication materials, driving innovation and continuous improvement in communication efforts, and managing communication during times of change or crisis. The goal of the Communication & KM Advisor is to enhance the organization's reputation, maintain brand across, raise awareness, and promote stakeholder engagement to support the mission and success of SNV. Contribute to the overall project learning agenda through advising the SNV Soil Values project Management Unit and taking coordinating role in the collection/development of evidence and knowledge products.

Duties & Responsibilities

The key responsibilities of the Communication and Knowledge Management Advisor will include the following Key Responsibility:

A. Communication

• Support all communication activities with country teams and Soil Values communication specialists;
• Support/contribute to build and implement Soil Values internal communication plan;
• Support/contribute, in close collaboration with the MCPM, the compilation and editing of material for Soil Values annual highlights and program reports;
• Support the development and implementation of a content management strategy for the Soil Values program, including a digital strategy for social media channels (track records, newsletters, and other digital communication products) in collaboration with the others communication specialists.
• Ensure the proper use of the Soil Values brand identity and policy and values by the team;
• Ensure visibility of program results, innovations, and partnerships across national, regional, and global platforms.
• Support the preparation of communication outputs for donor reporting and external stakeholders;
• Coordinate communication efforts with consortium partners (IFDC, WUR) and relevant stakeholders.

B. Knowledge Management and Learning

• Collaborate with the consortium communication specialists and contribute to the implementation of Soil Value Knowledge Management strategy;
• Support countries teams – Integrate (including GESI) to develop knowledge, learnings (good practices, case studies, and lessons learned) and share with the Communication Lead of Soil Values;
• Facilitate knowledge capture, documentation, and sharing of best practices, lessons learned, and innovations;
• Establish mechanisms for internal learning, reflection, and adaptive management within the project;
• Initiate strategic partnerships with projects to support the implementation of Knowledge Management initiatives with clear linkages to improving performance, promoting innovations, scaling up success, and influencing policy;
• Develop sustainable approaches to content generation, capture, and information to promote a culture of continuous knowledge development and sharing;
• Identify indicators and monitoring methods to track results and impacts of Knowledge Management activities and coordinate knowledge sharing-related monitoring & evaluation and reporting efforts of Soil Values.

• Master’s degree in communication, Knowledge Management, Journalism, Public Policy, International Development, or related fields; or Bachelor’s plus substantial leadership experience.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in communication and/or Knowledge Management;
• Demonstrated success translating field results for policy and practitioner audiences.
• Strong command of digital ecosystems (web/SharePoint/WordPress, analytics, SEO, social, digital asset management and Artificial Intelligence (Adobe CC, Caneva).
• Excellent writing/editing; multicultural fluency is an advantage;
• Experience in Agriculture technologies, Soil Fertility Management is an asset;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders;
• Experience in multicultural & multilingual environments;
• Fluency in speaking and writing English and French;
• Ability and willingness to travel in the others West Africa countries.

• Type of contract: national contract, full time
• Initial contract duration: 3 years with possibility of extension
• Location: Abuja, Nigeria, with regular travel to other countries.
• Expected start date: May 1, 2026

Working at SNV 
At SNV we challenge and inspire and offer continuous growth. We offer meaningful opportunities to shape the future, expand your skills, and collaborate with a vibrant, global network of experts. At SNV your contribution matter, and your development is our priority.

We are home to 57 cultures working in 22 countries, with about 95% of our team members holding the nationality of the respective countries we work in. We promote (international) career development. Our workforce consists of a mix of both people with longstanding tenure, willing to share their institutional knowledge, as well as people with external backgrounds and experience. All with an inquisitive view and united in ‘ONE SNV’ working towards our purpose.

Together, we are committed to the effective and efficient stewardship of resources and maximising positive, lasting impacts. Our ability to deliver results rests on our robust foundation of experience, technical knowledge, evidence and learning; our commitment to strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships; and the relationships and trust of those we work alongside.

At SNV, inclusivity is at the heart of our ethos. We celebrate the diversity of our workforce and uphold a policy of non-discrimination based on factors such as disability status, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and more.

Application and Selection Process

How to apply 

If you meet the key requirements and feel inspired by this opportunity, we warmly welcome your application. Please submit your CV and motivation letter by April 9, 2026 via Smart Recruiters.

To ensure a focused and respectful recruitment process, we kindly ask that you apply only if you meet the essential qualifications and are available to work in the specified location.

If this role isn’t the right fit but you’re interested in joining SNV in the future, we invite you to follow us on LinkedIn and our career page Vacancies | SNV to stay updated on new opportunities that match your profile.

Reference and vetting check

At SNV, our belief in the CARE principles — Commitment to impact, Adaptive to Context, Respecting Difference and Expertise in Practice — shapes how we work with each other and every interaction we have with our colleagues, partners, and the communities we serve. These values guide how we welcome new team members, ensuring our workplace remains a place of trust, safety, and dignity for all.

As part of our commitment to a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace, we carry out reference and background checks for all determined positions, with particular attention to safeguarding. You will be invited to provide the contact details of [two] referees, and we will only approach them once you have given your permission. We handle this process with care, empathy, and strict confidentiality, using the information solely for purposes related to your application and the role you have applied for.

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