NCF Appoints Kunle Olawoyin Director Of Communications, Policy, Advocacy

The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) has appointed Kunle Olawoyin as its new Director of Communications, Policy and Advocacy, effective March 2, 2026.

NCF said Olawoyin will lead the organisation’s communication, policy and advocacy agenda in line with its 2025–2030 strategy, working with internal teams to strengthen the foundation’s public engagement and influence environmental policy outcomes.

In a statement issued in Lagos, the organisation said Olawoyin will help shape national and continental narratives on climate change, biodiversity conservation and environmental pollution while reinforcing NCF’s position as a leading voice in environmental protection.

Olawoyin previously served as Head of the Media and Public Affairs Unit at NCF between 2009 and 2015.

A trained journalist, he began his career as a reporter with Rhythm 93.7 FM and later worked with National Interest Newspapers and National Mirror Newspapers, where he gained experience in reporting, editing and news production.

Before his appointment at NCF, Olawoyin worked with Oxfam GB and Oxfam International as Media and Communications Officer. He later joined Save the Children International, where he served in several roles including Media and Communications Manager for Nigeria, Regional Media and Communications Manager for West and Central Africa, and Media Manager at the organisation’s Global Media Unit.

NCF said Olawoyin’s experience in managing strategic campaigns and policy advocacy at national and international levels would help strengthen the organisation’s visibility and impact across Nigeria and Africa.

He holds a Higher National Diploma in Mass Communication from The Polytechnic Ibadan, a master’s degree in Communication Studies from Lagos State University, a Bachelor of Laws from National Open University of Nigeria and a Master of Laws from Nasarawa State University Keffi. He also obtained certificates in Advanced Writing and Reporting from Pan-Atlantic University.

Director General of NCF, Joseph Onoja, expressed confidence in Olawoyin’s ability to deliver on his new role.

“I have no doubt about Kunle’s capacity to deliver on this new challenge because of his depth of experience in communications, advocacy and campaigns, combined with his prior knowledge of NCF,” Onoja said.

He added that the foundation requires skilled professionals to enhance the visibility of its work, strengthen public engagement and improve policy advocacy in environmental conservation.