Job Title: Brand Manager
Organisation: Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 11th April 2014
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
• To design and implement brand portfolio strategy
• Brand management
• Product and process innovation
• Achieve personal development targets for self and team
• Assess and recommend on strategic options
• Manage portfolio marketing mix
Job Skills:
• Brand/marketing technical competence,
• Brand Communication,
• Media management,
• Market category strategy development,
• Change management,
• Aptitude for statistics and figures,
• Leadership ability,
• Sound understanding of business principles and processes,
• Strategic thinking skills,
• Problem solving and decision-making skills,
• Project management skills,
• Team player (develop/team/mentor),
• Ability to travel extensively,
• Good understanding of the Kenyan and regional consumers,
• Results driven and performance orientated,
• Industry knowledge
• Professionalism and ethics,
• Leadership,
• Innovative,
• Change Champion,
• Interpersonal & communication skills,
• Analytical skills,
• Organizational skills,
• Business Acumen
Qualifications:
• Bachelors’ Degree in related studies with related professional membership
• Postgraduate qualification will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years Brand Management experience for FMCG
• Financial acumen
• Computer literacy
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send their detailed CVs indicating current remuneration on or to the following address:
Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)
Email address: talentsearch@bpc.co.ke
Tel: +254 712 316 888
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Showing posts with label Marketing Jobs. Show all posts
Thursday, 10 April 2014
Tuesday, 14 January 2014
Marketing and Communications Associate at Tatua Kenya
Organisation: Tatua Kenya
Location: Nairobi ,
and Kitui District
Role: Reporting to Tatua’s Marketing Director, this role
works with Tatua Kenya and Nyumbani (four programs in and around Nairobi, and
in Kitui District) to develop and implement marketing and communication
strategies to get the word out about our work, increase our donor
communication/response, and increases our online presence.
We are looking for someone with strong English and Kiswahili
language/writing skills, ability to manage content, photos and videos, and see
the bigger picture of marketing our work.
As the person would be working for two different
organizations at the same time, they will need to be adept at communicating and
managing their time.
Responsibilities:
- Developing
a marketing content and communications strategy for two different
community partner organizations in
- Implementing the marketing content and communications strategy for the two community organizations.
- Updating and managing photos and videos, stories, and website content through social media.
- Documenting events, photos, videos and different aspects of work identified in the marketing strategy.
- Develop and implement online picture and content management system.
- Writing/posting blogs, news stories and editing staff blogs for posting.
Required Skills:
- Strong English writing skills.
- Time management and strong communication skills.
- Fluent English/Kiswahili.
- Social marketing experience.
- Interest in child poverty and community organizations.
- Ability to inquire and be curious.
- Journalism or reporting experience.
- Ability to multi-task, manage online content.
- Familiar with Google docs, dropbox, and other online content managing software.
How to Apply:
NO phone calls. Please send an email to apply@tatuakenya.org
with the title – ‘Communications Position – Your Name’.
Please attach the following;
Resume/CV (no more than 3 pages) with 3 references.
Cover Letter explaining your interest in the job and your
salary expectation.
The following writing assignment: Write a two paragraph
paper asking donors to give Tatua Kenya 20 dollars a month.
Closing Date: 17th January 2014
Wednesday, 8 January 2014
Jobs at Spotlight Publishers in Kenya
Job Title: Assistant Business Executives (Renewable
Contract)
Organisation: Spotlight Publishers
Location: Nairobi
Qualification
Minimum KCSE C+ with post-secondary training in marketing
and/or experience in marketing books or FMCG.
Remuneration: Attractive and competitive salary and allowances.
How to Apply:
If you fully meet these requirements send your application
letter together with your current CV, cellphone number, current salary and
copies of certificates and testimonials to:
The Human Resources Manager
Spotlight Publishers (EA) Ltd,
P.O. Box 13433-00800,
Closing Date: 17th January 2014
Monday, 30 December 2013
Marketing and Customer Care Officer Job in Kenya at National Housing Corporation (NHC)
Job Title: Marketing and Customer Care Officer
Job Ref: NHC/MCCO/12/2013
Organisation: National Housing Corporation (NHC)
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Description:
This position oversees the formulation of marketing strategies and tactical execution plans including selection of market segments, pricing, promotional activities and advertising of Corporation houses and services
The officer will be responsible for managing of the Corporation’s front office customer service desk as well as undertaking market research activities among other duties.
Job Requirements:
• A Bachelor of Commerce degree ( Marketing ) from a recognised University or equivalent
• A Post graduate Diploma in Marketing, Customer Care or equivalent
• Possess at least six (6) years experience in marketing and for customer care
• Computer Literate
• The positions of General Managers will be on a three (3) year renewable contract term
The rest will be on permanent and pensionable basis
Successful candidates will be subject to performance contracting.
How to Apply:
All interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications in confidence together with copies of detailed and up to date certificates and testimonials indicating current and expected remuneration, and names and contacts of three referees to the following address: -
The Managing Director
National Housing Corporation
P.O. Box 30257 00100
Nairobi
Important: Applications should be in a sealed envelope clearly marked e.g “Application for the Position of SENIOR ESTATES OFFICER - REF:NHC/SEO/12/2013” with the relevant Reference No. Quoted in bold print on the envelope.
“National Housing Corporation is on equal opportunity employer and persons with disability (PWD) are encouraged to apply”
Closing Date: 10th Jan 2014
Job Ref: NHC/MCCO/12/2013
Organisation: National Housing Corporation (NHC)
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Description:
This position oversees the formulation of marketing strategies and tactical execution plans including selection of market segments, pricing, promotional activities and advertising of Corporation houses and services
The officer will be responsible for managing of the Corporation’s front office customer service desk as well as undertaking market research activities among other duties.
Job Requirements:
• A Bachelor of Commerce degree ( Marketing ) from a recognised University or equivalent
• A Post graduate Diploma in Marketing, Customer Care or equivalent
• Possess at least six (6) years experience in marketing and for customer care
• Computer Literate
• The positions of General Managers will be on a three (3) year renewable contract term
The rest will be on permanent and pensionable basis
Successful candidates will be subject to performance contracting.
How to Apply:
All interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications in confidence together with copies of detailed and up to date certificates and testimonials indicating current and expected remuneration, and names and contacts of three referees to the following address: -
The Managing Director
National Housing Corporation
P.O. Box 30257 00100
Nairobi
Important: Applications should be in a sealed envelope clearly marked e.g “Application for the Position of SENIOR ESTATES OFFICER - REF:NHC/SEO/12/2013” with the relevant Reference No. Quoted in bold print on the envelope.
“National Housing Corporation is on equal opportunity employer and persons with disability (PWD) are encouraged to apply”
Closing Date: 10th Jan 2014
Saturday, 26 October 2013
Head of Marketing Jobs in Kenya at Faulu Kenya Limited
Job Title: Head of Marketing
Company: Faulu Kenya Limited
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duties and Responsibilities:
• To develop an appropriate marketing strategy that addresses Brand positioning as well as each of the Company’s products and services and to draw an annual marketing and public relations budget.
• Manage the implementation of the agreed marketing & research plans and activities.
• To actively participate in the development of the new products and improvement of the existing ones in response to the market and customer needs.
• To conduct market research and formulate a strategy for market penetration.
• Provide the necessary professional support for development of Brand awareness that enables the Company to gain and maintain an edge in market share and strategic advantage.
• To manage the Company’s Corporate Image, prepare external communications materials, PR events and Brand advertising campaigns.
Qualifications and Experience:
• First Degree in Bachelor of Commerce (marketing) or its Equivalent, Masters in Business / Marketing is definite advantage.
• High level of integrity
• Innovative strategic marketer and planner
• Sharp knowledge of market trends
• At least 5 years managerial experience in a busy marketing function
• Exposure to advertising Agency in client’s service will be an added advantage.
How to Apply:
If you meet the specified criteria, send your application letter and updated CV (including 3 referees) to the undersigned through the e-mail address below:
Head of Human Resources
Faulu Kenya Limited
P.O Box 60240 – 00200
Nairobi
Email: excitingcareers@faulukenya.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Hard copy applications will not be considered.
Application Deadline: 30th Oct 2013
Company: Faulu Kenya Limited
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duties and Responsibilities:
• To develop an appropriate marketing strategy that addresses Brand positioning as well as each of the Company’s products and services and to draw an annual marketing and public relations budget.
• Manage the implementation of the agreed marketing & research plans and activities.
• To actively participate in the development of the new products and improvement of the existing ones in response to the market and customer needs.
• To conduct market research and formulate a strategy for market penetration.
• Provide the necessary professional support for development of Brand awareness that enables the Company to gain and maintain an edge in market share and strategic advantage.
• To manage the Company’s Corporate Image, prepare external communications materials, PR events and Brand advertising campaigns.
Qualifications and Experience:
• First Degree in Bachelor of Commerce (marketing) or its Equivalent, Masters in Business / Marketing is definite advantage.
• High level of integrity
• Innovative strategic marketer and planner
• Sharp knowledge of market trends
• At least 5 years managerial experience in a busy marketing function
• Exposure to advertising Agency in client’s service will be an added advantage.
How to Apply:
If you meet the specified criteria, send your application letter and updated CV (including 3 referees) to the undersigned through the e-mail address below:
Head of Human Resources
Faulu Kenya Limited
P.O Box 60240 – 00200
Nairobi
Email: excitingcareers@faulukenya.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Hard copy applications will not be considered.
Application Deadline: 30th Oct 2013
Monday, 7 October 2013
Marketing Intern Opportunity at Skye Planners Company
Job Title: Marketing Intern Opportunity
Company: Skye Planners Company
Job Location: Nairobi Kenya
Are you analytical, creative, passionate, fun and pro-active individual and wish to gain experience in a corporate events management company?
Role: Reporting to the Lead Event Specialist and Event Planner
Duties
• Assist in creating marketing and communication strategies
• Assist in managing and updating all social media platforms for the company and related ventures
• Assist in prospecting, building and maintaining clients’ portfolio and devise strategies and plan to maximize probable business development opportunities for growth.
• Proactively respond to client’s requests or enquiries and resolve complaints problems independently with appropriate management guidance.
• The intern will learn and assist in conception, overall design and co-ordination of events
• Attends and contributes ideas to event planning meetings
• Assist in maintaining and updating database for service providers and clients
• Assist in compiling petty cash reconciliation, event budget, tax remittance documents, invoicing and follow up on payments
• Undertake any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Education, Skills and Experience
• Must be ready to take up the assignment for a minimum period of 6 months
• A Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Marketing Option)
• Conceptual and analytical skills and have an eye for detail
• Good organizational skills, punctual and proactive
• Computer proficiency
• Team player and excellent communication skills
• Basic accounting skills
How to Apply:
All interested qualified candidates should send a CV and cover letter to jennifer@skyeplanners.com
For more information about the company please visit www.skyeplanners.com
Application Deadline: 11th Oct 2013
Company: Skye Planners Company
Job Location: Nairobi Kenya
Are you analytical, creative, passionate, fun and pro-active individual and wish to gain experience in a corporate events management company?
Role: Reporting to the Lead Event Specialist and Event Planner
Duties
• Assist in creating marketing and communication strategies
• Assist in managing and updating all social media platforms for the company and related ventures
• Assist in prospecting, building and maintaining clients’ portfolio and devise strategies and plan to maximize probable business development opportunities for growth.
• Proactively respond to client’s requests or enquiries and resolve complaints problems independently with appropriate management guidance.
• The intern will learn and assist in conception, overall design and co-ordination of events
• Attends and contributes ideas to event planning meetings
• Assist in maintaining and updating database for service providers and clients
• Assist in compiling petty cash reconciliation, event budget, tax remittance documents, invoicing and follow up on payments
• Undertake any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Education, Skills and Experience
• Must be ready to take up the assignment for a minimum period of 6 months
• A Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Marketing Option)
• Conceptual and analytical skills and have an eye for detail
• Good organizational skills, punctual and proactive
• Computer proficiency
• Team player and excellent communication skills
• Basic accounting skills
How to Apply:
All interested qualified candidates should send a CV and cover letter to jennifer@skyeplanners.com
For more information about the company please visit www.skyeplanners.com
Application Deadline: 11th Oct 2013
Tuesday, 24 September 2013
Sales and Marketing Jobs at Blue Chip Commercial Company
Job Title: Management Trainees – Sales and Marketing
Company: Blue Chip Commercial Company
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Requirements:
• University degree – Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing and Economics Major) with a desire to enter sales and marketing of engine products
• Fresh graduate, aged between 25 and 30 years.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• Ambitious and aggressive, self motivated and outgoing,
• Able to work independently & under pressure
• Computer literate.
How to Apply:
If your background, experience and competencies match the above specifications, please send your application, detailed CV indicating daytime telephone numbers and email address.
Attach copies of academic and professional certificates, diplomas and transcripts to:
HR & Administration Manager
P O Box 2001 – 00200
Nairobi
Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013
Company: Blue Chip Commercial Company
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Requirements:
• University degree – Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing and Economics Major) with a desire to enter sales and marketing of engine products
• Fresh graduate, aged between 25 and 30 years.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• Ambitious and aggressive, self motivated and outgoing,
• Able to work independently & under pressure
• Computer literate.
How to Apply:
If your background, experience and competencies match the above specifications, please send your application, detailed CV indicating daytime telephone numbers and email address.
Attach copies of academic and professional certificates, diplomas and transcripts to:
HR & Administration Manager
P O Box 2001 – 00200
Nairobi
Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013
Friday, 20 September 2013
eLearning Solutions Marketer at Octopus ICT Solutions Ltd (OIS)
Job Title: eLearning Solutions Marketer
Company: Octopus ICT Solutions Ltd (OIS)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Responsibilities:
Product Champion:
• Serving as a spokesperson for the product offering; contributing to the overall vision and direction of the solutions; providing product demonstrations and presentations to various customers and prospects.
Sales Target:
• Setting clear achievable sales targets, objectives and developing practical plans to achieve those targets.
Generating Leads:
• Generating leads and acquiring and retaining customers.
Building Relationships:
• Meeting with new and existing customers and partners; identifying new opportunities and pursuing partnerships.
Market Research:
• Gathering feedback and ideas from the user community; investigating competitive products and determining their strengths, weaknesses, and tactics.
Business Development:
• Working with management to further define and differentiate the product, based upon research and user feedback;
• Helping management to develop product positioning;
• Working to develop a marketing strategy.
Marketing:
• Helping develop and implement product launch strategy;
• Working with management to develop an online presence;
• Identifying and organizing trade shows and conference opportunities.
Technology Collaboration:
• Working with design, production and management teams to develop new product features based on customer feedback and market research.
Requirements for this position include:
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and/or Communications.
• Experience with eLearning solutions is an added advantage.
• Exceptional written and verbal skills.
• Strong IT and reporting skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with broad direction.
• Ability to multi-task and meet changing deadlines.
• Must be self-directed and able to complete projects with limited supervision.
• Experience with online marketing tools – social media, SEO is a plus.
• Previous market research experience.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this dynamic and challenging opportunity, please respond with your CV, cover letter and 3 professional references to jobs@octopusict.com
NB: Kindly do not send us academic certificates at this stage.
Respond with “Marketer eLearning” as the subject of your email.
Applications with certificates will be ignored.
Application Deadline: 25th Sept 2013
Company: Octopus ICT Solutions Ltd (OIS)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Responsibilities:
Product Champion:
• Serving as a spokesperson for the product offering; contributing to the overall vision and direction of the solutions; providing product demonstrations and presentations to various customers and prospects.
Sales Target:
• Setting clear achievable sales targets, objectives and developing practical plans to achieve those targets.
Generating Leads:
• Generating leads and acquiring and retaining customers.
Building Relationships:
• Meeting with new and existing customers and partners; identifying new opportunities and pursuing partnerships.
Market Research:
• Gathering feedback and ideas from the user community; investigating competitive products and determining their strengths, weaknesses, and tactics.
Business Development:
• Working with management to further define and differentiate the product, based upon research and user feedback;
• Helping management to develop product positioning;
• Working to develop a marketing strategy.
Marketing:
• Helping develop and implement product launch strategy;
• Working with management to develop an online presence;
• Identifying and organizing trade shows and conference opportunities.
Technology Collaboration:
• Working with design, production and management teams to develop new product features based on customer feedback and market research.
Requirements for this position include:
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and/or Communications.
• Experience with eLearning solutions is an added advantage.
• Exceptional written and verbal skills.
• Strong IT and reporting skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with broad direction.
• Ability to multi-task and meet changing deadlines.
• Must be self-directed and able to complete projects with limited supervision.
• Experience with online marketing tools – social media, SEO is a plus.
• Previous market research experience.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this dynamic and challenging opportunity, please respond with your CV, cover letter and 3 professional references to jobs@octopusict.com
NB: Kindly do not send us academic certificates at this stage.
Respond with “Marketer eLearning” as the subject of your email.
Applications with certificates will be ignored.
Application Deadline: 25th Sept 2013
Marketing Manager Jobs in Kenya at RACG Insurance Company
Job Title: Marketing Manager
Company: RACG Insurance Company
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Responsibilities:
• Facilitate growth, sales, operation of marketing activities/programs and development of marketing strategies in the company
• Oversee and direct the efforts of the marketing team
• Facilitate marketing research/intelligence and the development of new products and create product roadmap
• Recruitment of agents, conducting training on products knowledge, processes and selling skills among others
• Align the operations of the marketing department with appropriate technology to increase operational efficiency
• Liaise with other departments to ensure organizational goals and objectives are met
• Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly and year-end marketing/sales reports
• Implement marketing policies, decisions of the Board of Directors to ensure efficient administration of the marketing department
Academic/Professional Qualifications
• University degree preferably in marketing or sales.
• A master’s degree in a related discipline will be an added advantage
• Possess professional qualification in Marketing with a minimum of diploma level
• Good progress in ACII or equivalent from a recognized Insurance Institute
Work Experience:
• At least 5 years’ experience in a busy marketing department in a Senior position preferably in the insurance industry.
Other Requirements:
• Member of a marketing professional body
• Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills
• Possess leadership skill and ability to work with diverse teams
• High level of integrity and honesty
• Knowledge of operations of insurance industry and its interface with the Insurance Regulatory Authority
• Sound Analytical and IT relevant skills
How to Apply:
Kindly send your 2 page CV and cover letter detailing your experience, qualification and motivation for the job to recruitment@racg.co.ke and address it to The Recruitment Manager as soon as you read this advert.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For more details check www.racg.co.ke
Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013
Company: RACG Insurance Company
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Responsibilities:
• Facilitate growth, sales, operation of marketing activities/programs and development of marketing strategies in the company
• Oversee and direct the efforts of the marketing team
• Facilitate marketing research/intelligence and the development of new products and create product roadmap
• Recruitment of agents, conducting training on products knowledge, processes and selling skills among others
• Align the operations of the marketing department with appropriate technology to increase operational efficiency
• Liaise with other departments to ensure organizational goals and objectives are met
• Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly and year-end marketing/sales reports
• Implement marketing policies, decisions of the Board of Directors to ensure efficient administration of the marketing department
Academic/Professional Qualifications
• University degree preferably in marketing or sales.
• A master’s degree in a related discipline will be an added advantage
• Possess professional qualification in Marketing with a minimum of diploma level
• Good progress in ACII or equivalent from a recognized Insurance Institute
Work Experience:
• At least 5 years’ experience in a busy marketing department in a Senior position preferably in the insurance industry.
Other Requirements:
• Member of a marketing professional body
• Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills
• Possess leadership skill and ability to work with diverse teams
• High level of integrity and honesty
• Knowledge of operations of insurance industry and its interface with the Insurance Regulatory Authority
• Sound Analytical and IT relevant skills
How to Apply:
Kindly send your 2 page CV and cover letter detailing your experience, qualification and motivation for the job to recruitment@racg.co.ke and address it to The Recruitment Manager as soon as you read this advert.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For more details check www.racg.co.ke
Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013
Thursday, 19 September 2013
Marketing Manager at Sorghum Value Chain Development Consortium (SVCDC)
Job Title; Marketing Manager (Sales, Marketing & Business Development)
Company: Sorghum Value Chain Development Consortium (SVCDC)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duties:
• Be responsible for devising strategies to capture innovative agribusinesses opportunities, plan for and implement these business opportunities in partnership with the Technical Advisory committee to meet the incubator’s objectives for business retention, growth and sustainability.
• Prospect for potential new clients, seek out new markets, and identify opportunities for campaigns, products and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales for the incubator’s clients
• Be at the forefront of brand building and business development initiatives for the incubator’s clients,
• Be responsible for planning, executing and maintaining all market research relevant to the incubator’s products and services.
• Be responsible for gathering, managing and disseminating business intelligence to the incubator’s clients.
• Identify, build, maintain and improve relations with the incubator’s business partners as a method of exploring potential sales opportunities and strengthen the market of the clients
• Ensure optimum use of the incubator’s resources to achieve the objectives of the clients and ensure that the incubator meets it annual revenue growth targets
Qualification and Requirements
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s of commerce -Marketing option or Bachelors of Administration, Marketing option or B.Sc. in Agribusiness or related field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in medium or large scale Agribusiness enterprises where business development activities were undertaken and there was evidence of impact
• Entrepreneurial experience (starting and managing a business) will be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication skills
• Evidence of networking and relationship building ability.
• Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods
How to Apply
All interested candidates should email their applications enclosing the application letter, a detailed CV with daytime phone numbers, three professional referees, copies of academic certificates and testimonials and disclose their current and expected salary to info@sorghum3fs.co.ke
SVCDC is an equal opportunity employer
Application Deadline: 20th Sept 2013
Company: Sorghum Value Chain Development Consortium (SVCDC)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duties:
• Be responsible for devising strategies to capture innovative agribusinesses opportunities, plan for and implement these business opportunities in partnership with the Technical Advisory committee to meet the incubator’s objectives for business retention, growth and sustainability.
• Prospect for potential new clients, seek out new markets, and identify opportunities for campaigns, products and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales for the incubator’s clients
• Be at the forefront of brand building and business development initiatives for the incubator’s clients,
• Be responsible for planning, executing and maintaining all market research relevant to the incubator’s products and services.
• Be responsible for gathering, managing and disseminating business intelligence to the incubator’s clients.
• Identify, build, maintain and improve relations with the incubator’s business partners as a method of exploring potential sales opportunities and strengthen the market of the clients
• Ensure optimum use of the incubator’s resources to achieve the objectives of the clients and ensure that the incubator meets it annual revenue growth targets
Qualification and Requirements
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s of commerce -Marketing option or Bachelors of Administration, Marketing option or B.Sc. in Agribusiness or related field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in medium or large scale Agribusiness enterprises where business development activities were undertaken and there was evidence of impact
• Entrepreneurial experience (starting and managing a business) will be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication skills
• Evidence of networking and relationship building ability.
• Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods
How to Apply
All interested candidates should email their applications enclosing the application letter, a detailed CV with daytime phone numbers, three professional referees, copies of academic certificates and testimonials and disclose their current and expected salary to info@sorghum3fs.co.ke
SVCDC is an equal opportunity employer
Application Deadline: 20th Sept 2013
Friday, 13 September 2013
Brand & Culture Manager Job in Kenya at Interview Up Consulting Co.
Job Title: Brand & Culture Manager
Employer: Interview Up Consulting Co.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Culture Change
• Play a vital role in driving cultural and behavioral change internally
• Monitor the relevant KPI’s on culture change
• Identify potential and anticipated points of culture change resistance
• Support all internal stakeholders to successfully embed culture change within the business
• Support cultural transformation through activities such as planning, designing and implementing brand engagement initiatives
• Timely escalate culture specific challenges for resolution
• Periodically Audit and report on progress of culture change initiatives
2. Internal Brand Management
• Develop, manage and implement internal communication programmes to engage and align all staff the brand and strategy
• Work with the Strategy team to interpret the business strategy into key internal messages
• Own the corporate internal communication process to ensure effective, timely communication
• Ensure that all internal communication and culture programmes are in line with the Brand
Profile
• Maturity and ability to engage at all levels of the organization
• Have an understanding of change and communications management principles and methodologies
• Exceptional persuasion and communication skills
• Strong analytic and decision-making abilities
• Must be a team player and able to work with and through others
• Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal
• Age – 30+
Qualifications & Experience
• Degree in Marketing, Communications Management, PR or related field
• Demonstrated management and supervisory skills
• Experience: A minimum of three (3) years’ related experience required
How to Apply;
If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV and details of your current and expected remuneration to resume@interviewupconsulting.com
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline:20th Sept 2013
Employer: Interview Up Consulting Co.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Culture Change
• Play a vital role in driving cultural and behavioral change internally
• Monitor the relevant KPI’s on culture change
• Identify potential and anticipated points of culture change resistance
• Support all internal stakeholders to successfully embed culture change within the business
• Support cultural transformation through activities such as planning, designing and implementing brand engagement initiatives
• Timely escalate culture specific challenges for resolution
• Periodically Audit and report on progress of culture change initiatives
2. Internal Brand Management
• Develop, manage and implement internal communication programmes to engage and align all staff the brand and strategy
• Work with the Strategy team to interpret the business strategy into key internal messages
• Own the corporate internal communication process to ensure effective, timely communication
• Ensure that all internal communication and culture programmes are in line with the Brand
Profile
• Maturity and ability to engage at all levels of the organization
• Have an understanding of change and communications management principles and methodologies
• Exceptional persuasion and communication skills
• Strong analytic and decision-making abilities
• Must be a team player and able to work with and through others
• Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal
• Age – 30+
Qualifications & Experience
• Degree in Marketing, Communications Management, PR or related field
• Demonstrated management and supervisory skills
• Experience: A minimum of three (3) years’ related experience required
How to Apply;
If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV and details of your current and expected remuneration to resume@interviewupconsulting.com
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline:20th Sept 2013
Tuesday, 10 September 2013
Marketing Manager Jobs at Glacier Products Limited in Kenya
Job Title: Marketing Manager
Employer: Glacier Products Limited
Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement annual marketing plan in conjunction with sales department
• Managing marketing budgets
• Co-ordinate R & D dept
• Manage brands – formulate strategies specific for each brand
• Market intelligence
• Reporting
• Any other duty as assigned by management from time to time
Qualification
• Degree holder in business related fields
• Diploma in Marketing
• Computer literate
• Self driven
• Team player
• Creative and innovative
Experience
• Two to three years working experience in an FMCG environment
How to Apply:
Send your CV and application letter to: hr@dairyland.co.ke
Application Deadline: 24th Sept 2013
Employer: Glacier Products Limited
Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement annual marketing plan in conjunction with sales department
• Managing marketing budgets
• Co-ordinate R & D dept
• Manage brands – formulate strategies specific for each brand
• Market intelligence
• Reporting
• Any other duty as assigned by management from time to time
Qualification
• Degree holder in business related fields
• Diploma in Marketing
• Computer literate
• Self driven
• Team player
• Creative and innovative
Experience
• Two to three years working experience in an FMCG environment
How to Apply:
Send your CV and application letter to: hr@dairyland.co.ke
Application Deadline: 24th Sept 2013
Thursday, 5 September 2013
Marketing Development Manager Jobs at Altima Africa Limited
Job Title: Marketing Development Manager
Employer: Altima Africa Limited
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 17th September 2013
Roles:
• Provide marketing advice and consult with the leadership team on a short-term strategic direction and operation plans for a typically small to medium complex market/product line(s)
• Determine directions, priorities and assign resources with full accountability for results of functional areas
• Establish and manage budgets for one or more departments within a functional discipline within marketing such as market research, channel/product marketing, e-business/e-marketing, business/market development, branding, pricing, and new product marketing
• Identify and define market/product opportunities to meet sales and growth objectives.
• Develop and lead implementation of all aspects of the marketing plan.
Minimum Requirements
• An undergraduate degree in Marketing or Business Administration
• A Master’s degree in a related field will be an added advantage
• A minimum of 7-10 years of relevant working experience
Responsibilities:
• Consult with the leadership team on the short-term strategic direction, marketing plans, and operating plans to assigned areas and define guidelines/methods
• Initiate and approve projects to continuously improve efficiency and competitiveness.
• Lead in the alignment of the marketing plan to the strategic, financial, and brand goals of the business/P&L
• Perform functional strategic planning, including establishing and managing budgets for one or more organizations
• Manage one work group/department within a functional discipline, such as marketing research, channel/product marketing, e-business/e-marketing, business/market development, branding, pricing, new product marketing
• Determine priorities, timetables and assigns resources/tasks and accountable for the activities and results of their functional area
• Provide direct supervision to professional and support levels which include objective setting, performance management, and motivation, as well as training and coaching
• Determine best solutions for complex problems and utilize resources across work areas and departments to create solutions
• Resolve issues and conflicts related to direct reports
• Communicate with managers, functional leaders, area/business leaders, department heads, direct subordinates and external clients
• Share vision and demonstrate company values
• Negotiate and counsel on an expert level, justify controversial positions and demonstrate intermediate persuasion skills. Convince others to cooperate, grant approval, or take action of a certain kind
• Participate in relevant corporate programs/initiatives, comply with professional and quality standards, comply with corporate policies and procedures, and act in a manner consistent with organisational values and ethical standards
Duties:
• Develop, or assist more senior marketing managers in the development of marketing plans for new and existing products or channels/market area, and its implementation. Secure approval of marketing plans by senior leadership. Identify and define significant market/product opportunities to meet sales and growth objectives, taking local goals and investments into consideration.
• Define and prioritize customer insights/marketing research needs to inform the marketing plan, NPI, segmentation and on-going business decisions. Determine the market research goals and methodology, and manage market research projects. Actively communicate customer insights, findings and trends to functional leaders and influence customer-centric business decisions.
• Lead in the identification, prioritization, and selection of target customers by using segmentation and other market prioritization tools and techniques. Drive the use of appropriate tools and technologies to facilitate data-based business decisions and customer insights.
• Define and approve marketing programs and tactics for product portfolio optimization, packaging, promotions, channels, pricing, and other elements of the marketing mix. Define the metrics to be used to track marketing programs, and, when necessary pursue strategic and tactical shifts based on marketing metrics and comprehensive understanding of customers/competitors/channels.
• Set branding strategy in alignment with business direction, and lead internal and external teams on development and execution of integrated brand and/or product marketing programs, including packaging design projects, promotion activities, digital marketing, CRM, pricing promotions, and sales/demo materials. Manage approval of program tactics and ensure legal and trademark compliance, and implement tactical shifts.
• Determine portfolio strategies across the pyramid tiers, based on the understanding of all segments and both product and customer life cycles. Align brand and portfolio strategies, including elements such as sub-brands, fighter brands, private label, ingredient branding, and licensing, with marketing goals.
• Develop and implement pricing strategies and tactics in line with business goals and customer insights on value perceptions. Responsible for approval/rejection of special pricing requests for product line under his/her management.
• Partner with sales to develop strategic customer relationship approaches. Maintain strategic relationships with key channel partners. Lead the development and direction of a market coverage strategy, and manage trade marketing budgets and trade marketing programs in partnership with the sales manager.
• Manage new product efforts with cross-functional team; lead cross-functional team through gate review process for new products; partner with R&D/Laboratory and Finance to develop realistic business cases that clearly define the risks, rewards, and resources needed. Develop and implements effective new product launch plans that fully realize the opportunity in the market as quickly as possible. Consult with business management on financial implications of product decisions and assisting in the development of business strategies.
• Manage the implementation, tracking and optimization of interactive/digital activities, such as email or mobile campaigns, paid search and social media efforts. Integrate full consumer experience through web and other digital channels. Manage the execution and track the results of eCommerce marketing activities.
• Lead the cross-functional team, ensuring their understanding of key market concepts and measures that are critical to the business. Provide training on key marketing concepts when needed.
Competencies:
• Expert/master knowledge and experience with the most current theories and practices in a related discipline and a thorough knowledge of more than one related discipline, such as market research, channel/product marketing, business/market development, branding
• In-depth knowledge of multinational business areas
• Knowledge of computer programs and corporate systems relevant to the assigned area of responsibility
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
How to Apply:
If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Employer: Altima Africa Limited
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 17th September 2013
Roles:
• Provide marketing advice and consult with the leadership team on a short-term strategic direction and operation plans for a typically small to medium complex market/product line(s)
• Determine directions, priorities and assign resources with full accountability for results of functional areas
• Establish and manage budgets for one or more departments within a functional discipline within marketing such as market research, channel/product marketing, e-business/e-marketing, business/market development, branding, pricing, and new product marketing
• Identify and define market/product opportunities to meet sales and growth objectives.
• Develop and lead implementation of all aspects of the marketing plan.
Minimum Requirements
• An undergraduate degree in Marketing or Business Administration
• A Master’s degree in a related field will be an added advantage
• A minimum of 7-10 years of relevant working experience
Responsibilities:
• Consult with the leadership team on the short-term strategic direction, marketing plans, and operating plans to assigned areas and define guidelines/methods
• Initiate and approve projects to continuously improve efficiency and competitiveness.
• Lead in the alignment of the marketing plan to the strategic, financial, and brand goals of the business/P&L
• Perform functional strategic planning, including establishing and managing budgets for one or more organizations
• Manage one work group/department within a functional discipline, such as marketing research, channel/product marketing, e-business/e-marketing, business/market development, branding, pricing, new product marketing
• Determine priorities, timetables and assigns resources/tasks and accountable for the activities and results of their functional area
• Provide direct supervision to professional and support levels which include objective setting, performance management, and motivation, as well as training and coaching
• Determine best solutions for complex problems and utilize resources across work areas and departments to create solutions
• Resolve issues and conflicts related to direct reports
• Communicate with managers, functional leaders, area/business leaders, department heads, direct subordinates and external clients
• Share vision and demonstrate company values
• Negotiate and counsel on an expert level, justify controversial positions and demonstrate intermediate persuasion skills. Convince others to cooperate, grant approval, or take action of a certain kind
• Participate in relevant corporate programs/initiatives, comply with professional and quality standards, comply with corporate policies and procedures, and act in a manner consistent with organisational values and ethical standards
Duties:
• Develop, or assist more senior marketing managers in the development of marketing plans for new and existing products or channels/market area, and its implementation. Secure approval of marketing plans by senior leadership. Identify and define significant market/product opportunities to meet sales and growth objectives, taking local goals and investments into consideration.
• Define and prioritize customer insights/marketing research needs to inform the marketing plan, NPI, segmentation and on-going business decisions. Determine the market research goals and methodology, and manage market research projects. Actively communicate customer insights, findings and trends to functional leaders and influence customer-centric business decisions.
• Lead in the identification, prioritization, and selection of target customers by using segmentation and other market prioritization tools and techniques. Drive the use of appropriate tools and technologies to facilitate data-based business decisions and customer insights.
• Define and approve marketing programs and tactics for product portfolio optimization, packaging, promotions, channels, pricing, and other elements of the marketing mix. Define the metrics to be used to track marketing programs, and, when necessary pursue strategic and tactical shifts based on marketing metrics and comprehensive understanding of customers/competitors/channels.
• Set branding strategy in alignment with business direction, and lead internal and external teams on development and execution of integrated brand and/or product marketing programs, including packaging design projects, promotion activities, digital marketing, CRM, pricing promotions, and sales/demo materials. Manage approval of program tactics and ensure legal and trademark compliance, and implement tactical shifts.
• Determine portfolio strategies across the pyramid tiers, based on the understanding of all segments and both product and customer life cycles. Align brand and portfolio strategies, including elements such as sub-brands, fighter brands, private label, ingredient branding, and licensing, with marketing goals.
• Develop and implement pricing strategies and tactics in line with business goals and customer insights on value perceptions. Responsible for approval/rejection of special pricing requests for product line under his/her management.
• Partner with sales to develop strategic customer relationship approaches. Maintain strategic relationships with key channel partners. Lead the development and direction of a market coverage strategy, and manage trade marketing budgets and trade marketing programs in partnership with the sales manager.
• Manage new product efforts with cross-functional team; lead cross-functional team through gate review process for new products; partner with R&D/Laboratory and Finance to develop realistic business cases that clearly define the risks, rewards, and resources needed. Develop and implements effective new product launch plans that fully realize the opportunity in the market as quickly as possible. Consult with business management on financial implications of product decisions and assisting in the development of business strategies.
• Manage the implementation, tracking and optimization of interactive/digital activities, such as email or mobile campaigns, paid search and social media efforts. Integrate full consumer experience through web and other digital channels. Manage the execution and track the results of eCommerce marketing activities.
• Lead the cross-functional team, ensuring their understanding of key market concepts and measures that are critical to the business. Provide training on key marketing concepts when needed.
Competencies:
• Expert/master knowledge and experience with the most current theories and practices in a related discipline and a thorough knowledge of more than one related discipline, such as market research, channel/product marketing, business/market development, branding
• In-depth knowledge of multinational business areas
• Knowledge of computer programs and corporate systems relevant to the assigned area of responsibility
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
How to Apply:
If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Tuesday, 1 January 2013
Lubricants Marketing Implementer Job at Shell and Vivo Lubricants Kenya Limited
Job Title: Lubricants Marketing Implementer, Nairobi
Job Ref: HR/SVL/B2C/I
Location: Nairobi
Deadline: 31st December 2012
Reporting to the Lubricants Marketing Manager, the Lubricants Marketing Implementer will be responsible for delivering lubricants marketing operational excellence through implementing agreed lubricants marketing initiatives, including campaigns, programmes, training and tools that will support market penetration, brand health and financial targets.
Key Performance areas for the role:
Monitor competitive activity, market changes and trends; make recommendations to adjust strategy as required.
Develop, maintain and implement the Indirect marketing strategy for each target sector, covering pricing (cross- and multi-channel), product portfolio, training (including product & sector knowledge and sales skills), integrated marketing
communications plan (including marketing calendar) that is embedded into Distributor business plans.
Drive local adaptation of global brand and sector materials and programmes (i.e. merchandising and promotions) where relevant to drive growth.
Monitor and analyse data to understand brand, product and Distributor performance and trends across each sector.
Complete agreed local initiative reviews and challenge the implementation team to ensure the learnings (what has/has not worked and what should/should not be repeated) are captured clearly.
Ensure all marketing activities are evaluated in terms of return on investment, and that a Post Investment Review is carried out post activities.
Minimum requirements/competencies
Bachelor’s degree — preferably in Marketing or Engineering, with at least three years’ working experience in Marketing and an understanding of the appropriate marketing tools and principles.
Hands-on experience in marketing project management.
Methodical, self-motivated individual.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Minimum qualification: second-class honours (upper division).
Applications
If you are up to the challenge, and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your detailed resume with your cell phone number via email to hr@vivoenergy.com.
Please indicate your experience/qualifications, and clearly quote the job title and reference.
The deadline for applications is 10th Jan 2013
Only short-listed applicants would be contacted.
Shell and Vivo Lubricants is an equal opportunity employer!
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