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Swahili - Speaking - Regional Marketing Executive

Reposted 7 Days Ago
Remote or Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in Kenya
Senior level
Remote or Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in Kenya
Senior level
The role involves leading marketing efforts in Kenya, developing strategies, evaluating campaigns, conducting market research, and managing marketing projects.
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The Role:

We are looking for a dynamic, passionate and creative professional to lead and coordinate our fast-growing marketing function for the Kenyan market. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced and international environment and take your career to the next level! 

The main responsibilities of the position include:

  • Define and create country-specific marketing strategies

  • Develop and implement demand and lead-generation marketing & rollout plans for Kenya

  • Launch marketing campaigns as well as evaluate success and deliverables based on KPIs

  • Assist the Marketing and the Business Development functions to carry out market research during new region penetration stage, in respect to each country’s ethics, culture, customs, etc.

  • Provide support for marketing events and exhibitions as required

  • Assist in the ongoing marketing activities as well as support the marketing team and other regional teams as necessary

  • Coordinate the marketing team and handle relevant delegated projects

  • Stay on top of current trends and best practices

  • Perform any other related tasks as assigned by the Business Development Manager 

Main requirements:

  • Degree in a marketing, advertising, communications or a business-related field

  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar role

  • Deep understanding of the Kenyan market

  • Native Swahili speaker and very good knowledge of English

  • Solid knowledge of marketing analytics and metrics features

  • Strong digital marketing skills

  • Strong project management skills will be considered an advantage 

  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

  • Highly organised and ability to multitask

  • Dynamic and target oriented 

Benefit from:

  • Attractive remuneration package plus performance related reward

  • Intellectually stimulating work environment

  • Continuous personal development and international training opportunities 

The Hiring Experience: What Awaits You

  • Let’s Connect – Intro Chat with Talent Acquisition
  • Deep Dive – First Interview with Your Future Team
  • Let’s Connect – Intro Chat with Talent Acquisition
  • Test your edge – Aptitude Assessment
  • Deep Dive – First Interview with Your Future Team
  • Bring It to Life – Role-Specific Take-Home Task
  • Get Closer – Second Interview with the Future Team
  • Test your edge – Personality Assessment
  • Final Connection – Final Interview

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality!

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