Head of Marketing

Job Description

Location: Harare, Zimbabwe

We are looking to hire a Head of Marketing who will be responsible for developing Brand and marketing plans as we ll as execute initiatives that support the short- and long-term business strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a marketing plan for the Business to deliver the required sales and marketing objectives in line with set budgets.
• Identify communication needs and opportunities of the business that will enhance brand equity based on overall knowledge of the business and industry.
• Lead the marketing team in brand development, positioning and equity management to achieve the business’s marketing objectives.
• Develop and manage annual marketing budget.
• Initiate and develops short and medium- term brand plans and ensures their effective implementation.
• Build and provide effective marketing communication (advertising and trade materials) for sales support and brand awareness.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of marketing communication programs and campaigns.
• Develop company annual reports, customer presentations and presentations to different stakeholders in liaison with different divisions of the business.
• Identify and execute research needs to check on brand performance, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in marketing, business, or related field, MBA or MBL is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years in Marketing of which 5 years should be at senior level.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven experience developing marketing plans and campaigns
• Strong project management, multitasking, and decision-making skills
• Strong business acumen.
• Metrics-driven marketing mind with eye for creativity.

To apply for the above-listed position, kindly send an email directly to: [email protected]

The closing date for all applications is 12 June 2022.

Please note only shortlisted applicants will be responded to.