In the gigantic sector of Business Solutions providers in the information technology domain, EAG was founded in 2002 with the sole determination to be the “preferred” provider of cutting-edge Business solutions to clients which were innovative, cost effective and results oriented. With a client base of over 3000 (and growing clients) across Africa who have various products from out basket and a team of 125 professionals working with us. We can proudly say that we have achieved the level we set out to get. Our Clients have continued to appreciate our high value-adding solutions and have regarded us more as growth partners rather than mere ERP solutions providers. The IT Industry simply can’t afford solutions that don’t come with full assurance of stability and a reliable 24×6 support organization. They require comprehensive technology integration and all the pieces need to fit accurately. That’s where ENDEAVOUR AFRICA comes in. We design, deploy, integrate, update, manage, train, and support services and products for our clients.
We are looking for a dynamic, self-starting, marketing & communications professional who is passionate about entrepreneurship and engaged with our mission, to join our team in Nairobi, Kenya. You will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive brand, marketing and communications strategy focused on events, outreach and digital media. As part of the founding team of a new office, this is an opportunity to help build Endeavor’s local brand and voice from the ground up!
Reports to : Managing Director
Works with: Endeavor account managers, Endeavor Entrepreneurs, network members and the Endeavor Global marketing & communications team
Responsibilities
Brand Management: building local brand awareness as well as developing relevant collateral materials and marketing activities, working within Endeavor’s global corporate identity framework. Media/PR: building and maintaining contacts in the local and international press and PR organizations focused on entrepreneurship in Kenya, and helping to position Endeavor’s Managing Director, board members and entrepreneurs as effective spokespeople for entrepreneurship in Kenya. Digital Content: maintaining Endeavor Kenya’s website, publishing our monthly newsletter and executing a digital marketing/social media plan. This includes SEO, tracking and optimizing social media analytics and engagement. Events: maintaining an annual events calendar, developing and executing Endeavor managed and branded events, as well as supporting Endeavor’s participation in relevant community activities.
REQUIREMENTS
We are looking for someone with an entrepreneurial personality who has a proven capacity to achieve significant results. You must be highly motivated, focused, creative, flexible and able to balance multiple priorities.
Bachelor’s Degree, with at least five years’ relevant work experience Well presented, with excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated creativity in marketing and/or communications Web and social media savvy Strong computer software and graphics proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and graphic design software; Photoshop and InDesign knowledge a plus)
