Marketing & Communications Executive
Ref:
MARCOM-06-2013
ASSA ABLOY is a
multinational dealing in Architectural Hardware/Ironmongery based in Nairobi is
looking to fill in the position of a competent and dynamic Marketing and
Communications Executive within its Marketing Department in its Nairobi office
reporting to the Managing Director with dotted line reporting to the Marketing
Manager.
The role is designed
to provide an effective communication link within and between the organization,
the public and implement internal and external marketing strategies in order to
enhance greater focus on customer needs.
Key
Responsibilities
These will include
the following but not limited to:-
- Serve as an
assistant to the Managing Director enhancing the efficiency and
effectiveness of the performance of the office of the MD in implementing
corporate and marketing strategy.
- Brand management
for all corporate and product brands
- Develop and roll
out regional effective awareness and visibility for all brands in all
regions in order to enhance ASSA ABLOY’S presence in the market. Ensuring
consistency in message delivery in terms of brand specifications, design,
colour and display scheme in all promotional merchandise.
- Coordinate
internal and external corporate communication initiatives.
- Develop and
disseminate positive and consistent information in implementing
communication programmes to internal and external publics.
- Serve as the
organization’s events coordinator in planning and managing all events
initiated by the marketing team.
- Serve as the
administrative secretary during meetings in taking minutes and making
appropriate follow-up with regard to issues discussed.
- Identify,
evaluate and implement sponsorship and CSR programs to portray ASSA ABLOY
as a responsible corporate citizen across the region.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of a
Diploma in Sales and Marketing.
- Proficiency in
Microsoft Office.
- 2 years
experience in marketing and brand management.
- Proficient in
the use of MS. Office applications to manage information.
- Knowledge in the
use of graphic design applications.
Personal
Profile
- Fluent in
written and spoken English.
- Strong analytical,
detail oriented with sound planning and organizing skills.
- Ability to think
creatively and take an innovative and flexible approach to problem
solving.
- Strong written
and oral communication, interpersonal and influencing skills and ability
to build strong working relationships.
- Good team player
who is energetic, results-oriented and customer-focused.
- Proactive and
ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
How
to Apply:
Applicants should
send a cover letter and CV combined as one document to
kenya@assaabloy-eastafrica.com (Ms. Word, pdf) explaining their interest in the
position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including
telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the
candidate’s qualifications and work experience.
Send your application
to be received by 21st June 2013 quoting the job reference number
MARCOM-06-2013 on the subject line of the email.
Please note that only
shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
