Head of Corporate Communications & Stakeholder Relations

About the role

We are seeking an accomplished, strategic communications professional to lead the corporate communications and stakeholder relations function for Aero Alliance at Akanu Ibiam International Airport. The Head will serve as a trusted adviser to the MD/CEO and executive team, ensuring a single credible voice and protecting the airport’s reputation.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Airport’s Corporate Communications & Stakeholder Relations strategy.
• Lead media, public, government, regulatory and institutional stakeholder relations.
• Manage corporate reputation, executive communications and strategic messaging.
• Coordinate crisis communications and issues‑management frameworks.
• Strengthen relationships with government agencies, regulators, airlines, communities, media and other strategic stakeholders.
• Oversee internal communications, employee engagement, change communications, corporate publications, stakeholder events, protocol, CSR and communication analytics.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, International Relations, Political Science, Business Administration, English/Communication Arts or related field.
• 12–15 years’ experience in corporate communications, public relations, media relations, stakeholder engagement, government relations and reputation management, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience managing communications during operational disruptions, incidents, reputational or regulatory issues and major organisational change.
• Strong media, government and institutional stakeholder networks and excellent executive communication skills.
• Experience in aviation, airports, transportation, infrastructure or other regulated organisations is strongly preferred.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, diplomacy, executive presence, judgement, integrity and crisis leadership.