Job Title: Head of Marketing & Communication
About this Job:
National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is positioning itself to be the social security provider of choice in Uganda and now seeks to recruit a person with proven competencies, skills and innovativeness to head the Marketing and Communications Department.
JOB TITLE: HEAD OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS.
REPORTS TO: DEPUTY MANAGING DIRECTOR.
MAIN PURPOSE: As a key member of the Management Team, this position is responsible for development and implementation of marketing and communications strategies to ensure the NSSF brand, products and services are successfully managed for effective market penetration and market share growth.
MAJOR ACTIVITIES OF THE JOB:
Develop and execute marketing and communication strategies.
Ensure articulation and consistent communication of the Fund’s desired image and position both internally and externally.
Responsible for editorial direction, design, production and distribution of all Fund publications.
Develop short and long term plans and budgets for marketing/public relations programs and activities, monitor progress, and evaluate performance.
Commission appropriate and relevant market research and develop strategies to counter competition to ensure Fund’s market leadership.
Develop and monitor Service Level Agreements (SLA) with all service providers (e.g media houses, advertising and, research agencies) to ensure efficiency, value for money and timely delivery against set targets.
Develop a branding strategy to ensure and promote visibility, consistency and a positive image of the Fund
Develop and implement integrated PR plans to support and supplement various brand and product events and activities e.g. launches, sponsorships, promotions in line with organizational objectives.
Develop and execute a coherent, effective Corporate Social Responsibility strategy that portrays the Fund as a good corporate citizen.
Develop a strategy for effective management of key stakeholder relations in order for the Fund to obtain a credible lobby platform for its positions on various issues.
Requirement:
Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Marketing or any other related field.
Masters degree in a relevant field.
Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) accreditation or Post graduate qualification in Marketing.
Experience:
Minimum of ten years work experience with five years at senior management level in a large organization.
Demonstrated experience in design and execution of marketing, communication and public relations activities.
Experience developing and managing budgets
Experience managing research process
Competencies: The individual must;
Be a strong communicator, have excellent written, presentation, oral communications and interpersonal skills.
Possess strong leadership skills, be able to motivate and influence others.
Be able to think creatively and strategically, have excellent judgment and be able to work in a changing environment.
Have a proven track record of honesty and integrity
Problem analysis and problem solving skills.
Experience: 10
How to apply:
Interested individuals should send their applications with copies of their academic and professional qualifications addressed to: The Head of Human Resource, P. O. Box 7140 Kampala or hand deliver them at our Head Office, Worker’s House, Plot 1, Pilkington Road at the Reception on 14th Floor.
Those who have already applied for this job need not apply again.
All applications should reach us not later than Friday, March 9, 2012.
Only Short listed candidates will be contacted.
Any form of canvassing and l or lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
About this Job:
National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is positioning itself to be the social security provider of choice in Uganda and now seeks to recruit a person with proven competencies, skills and innovativeness to head the Marketing and Communications Department.
JOB TITLE: HEAD OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS.
REPORTS TO: DEPUTY MANAGING DIRECTOR.
MAIN PURPOSE: As a key member of the Management Team, this position is responsible for development and implementation of marketing and communications strategies to ensure the NSSF brand, products and services are successfully managed for effective market penetration and market share growth.
MAJOR ACTIVITIES OF THE JOB:
Develop and execute marketing and communication strategies.
Ensure articulation and consistent communication of the Fund’s desired image and position both internally and externally.
Responsible for editorial direction, design, production and distribution of all Fund publications.
Develop short and long term plans and budgets for marketing/public relations programs and activities, monitor progress, and evaluate performance.
Commission appropriate and relevant market research and develop strategies to counter competition to ensure Fund’s market leadership.
Develop and monitor Service Level Agreements (SLA) with all service providers (e.g media houses, advertising and, research agencies) to ensure efficiency, value for money and timely delivery against set targets.
Develop a branding strategy to ensure and promote visibility, consistency and a positive image of the Fund
Develop and implement integrated PR plans to support and supplement various brand and product events and activities e.g. launches, sponsorships, promotions in line with organizational objectives.
Develop and execute a coherent, effective Corporate Social Responsibility strategy that portrays the Fund as a good corporate citizen.
Develop a strategy for effective management of key stakeholder relations in order for the Fund to obtain a credible lobby platform for its positions on various issues.
Requirement:
Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Marketing or any other related field.
Masters degree in a relevant field.
Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) accreditation or Post graduate qualification in Marketing.
Experience:
Minimum of ten years work experience with five years at senior management level in a large organization.
Demonstrated experience in design and execution of marketing, communication and public relations activities.
Experience developing and managing budgets
Experience managing research process
Competencies: The individual must;
Be a strong communicator, have excellent written, presentation, oral communications and interpersonal skills.
Possess strong leadership skills, be able to motivate and influence others.
Be able to think creatively and strategically, have excellent judgment and be able to work in a changing environment.
Have a proven track record of honesty and integrity
Problem analysis and problem solving skills.
Experience: 10
How to apply:
Interested individuals should send their applications with copies of their academic and professional qualifications addressed to: The Head of Human Resource, P. O. Box 7140 Kampala or hand deliver them at our Head Office, Worker’s House, Plot 1, Pilkington Road at the Reception on 14th Floor.
Those who have already applied for this job need not apply again.
All applications should reach us not later than Friday, March 9, 2012.
Only Short listed candidates will be contacted.
Any form of canvassing and l or lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
