The British Council is recruiting to fill the position of UK/Nigeria Senior Marketing & Communications Manager. The role will lead marketing and communications for the UK/Nigeria Season of Culture 2028, while also supporting marketing and communications across the British Council Nigeria arts and creative economy portfolio.
Company: British Council
Job Title: UK/Nigeria Senior Marketing & Communications Manager
Location: Nigeria
Contract Type: 30-month fixed-term contract
Pay Grade: 7
Job Type: Full-time
About the British Council
The British Council supports peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years, it has shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language and creativity. The organisation works with people in more than 200 countries and territories and has a presence in over 100 countries.
Role Overview
The UK/Nigeria Season of Culture 2028 is a major bilateral cultural programme delivered by the British Council in partnership with Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy. The programme will run from June to December 2028, with legacy activities continuing through 2029.
The successful candidate will lead the marketing and communications strategy and delivery for the Season of Culture 2028. The role will also provide complementary marketing and communications support to the wider British Council Nigeria arts and creative economy portfolio.
The postholder will work closely with programme colleagues, government and institutional partners, creative sector organisations, media, agencies and other stakeholders to ensure that the Season is effectively positioned, communicated and experienced by its target audiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the marketing and communications function for the UK/Nigeria Season of Culture 2028 and related arts programmes.
- Develop and deliver strategic, data-led marketing campaigns across multiple audiences.
- Manage day-to-day marketing and communications delivery with internal teams and external suppliers.
- Brief and manage external agencies and creative suppliers.
- Manage the Season website and digital channels and commission relevant content.
- Manage the Season brand identity in coordination with the Federal Ministry and British Council UK.
- Ensure annual arts programme communications align with the Season brand and narrative.
- Provide marketing advice and expertise to programme colleagues.
- Monitor trends in the Nigerian creative sector and cultural marketing.
- Evaluate marketing impact using audience data, insight and evidence.
- Lead the Season marketing and communications strategy throughout its delivery lifecycle.
- Plan announcement calendars, key public moments and campaign timings.
- Manage the Season and arts portfolio marketing budget.
- Report on delivery, budgets, risks and issues.
- Lead procurement, contracting and financial oversight of marketing agencies.
- Manage senior stakeholder communications involving the Federal Ministry, UK Government and Bilateral Board.
- Coordinate with British Council Nigeria and Global Arts colleagues.
- Work with British Council UK marketing teams and the International Seasons team.
- Participate in relevant British Council marketing communities and learning networks.
- Manage Nigerian and UK media relationships.
- Coordinate colleagues, agencies and vendors to deliver key marketing and communications activities.
- Support and mentor junior marketing colleagues and interns.
- Lead crisis communications and reputational risk management across the portfolio.
Requirements
- Degree in marketing, communications or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- At least seven years of marketing and communications experience.
- At least three years of experience in a senior marketing or communications role.
- Proven experience leading complex marketing campaigns involving multiple audiences.
- Experience managing brand identity for public-facing programmes.
- Experience briefing and managing external agencies and creative suppliers.
- Experience working with senior stakeholders, including government or institutional partners.
- Excellent written English and strong content development skills.
- Strong digital and social media skills.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Professional marketing qualification such as CIM, CIPR or equivalent.
- Experience working on cultural programmes, festivals or bilateral cultural initiatives.
- Knowledge of the UK/Nigerian creative sector and media landscape.
- Experience in crisis communications.
- Experience with monitoring, evaluation and impact reporting within cultural or arts programmes.
Important Requirement
Candidates are expected to research and confirm that they have the legal right to live and work in Nigeria, where the role is based.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The British Council is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The organisation is a Disability Confident Employer and guarantees an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. Discussions about specific requirements or reasonable adjustments are also welcomed.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official British Council careers portal.
Apply for the UK/Nigeria Senior Marketing & Communications Manager position
Application Closing Date: 9 September 2026 at 21:59 IST