Head of Corporate Affairs Job in Kenya

Job Title: Head of Corporate Affairs 

Role Introduction:
Our client, a leader in Insurance seeks to engage and hire a Head of Corporate Affairs professional responsible for establishing strategic relationships with corporates through marketing and communication plans.
 
Role Profile
 
Reporting to the Managing Directors, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Establishing and maintaining relationships with Corporate and other organizations in the country so as to facilitate worksite strategy and cross-selling;
  • Leveraging and aligning all corporate communications with the business strategy by designing communication plans to be implemented throughout the company to enhance the company’s image;
  • Effectively developing and implementing a brand strategy that will enhance our brand presence in the market;
  • Responsible for editorial, design, production and distribution of all company publications, internal and external to ensure effective articulation of the company brand;
  • Developing and executing online strategies that improve the company’s visibility in the social media;
  • Generating media visibility by securing speaking engagements and high-profile media opportunities to ensure regular contact with target media;
  • Establishing and maintaining productive relationships with internal sources, reporters and other third party news agencies;
  • Organizing and managing the human capital within the department through training, coaching & development, performance management and proper positioning to ensure optimal productivity and high value services to internal and external customers;
  • Representing the Managing Directors in various company events and to support the office to ensure timely execution.
Desired Competencies
  • Business Acumen;
  • Creative and Innovative;
  • Deciding and Initiating Action;
  • Strong Communication and Negotiation Skills;
  • Leadership and Relationship Management;
  • Relating and Networking.
Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree in Communication, International Business, Finance, Strategy & Management;
  • Bachelor’s degree in business / Marketing related field from a recognized institution;
  • A relevant professional qualification;
  • At least five (5) years’ experience in Marketing, Communication, Public & Media Relations, Business Analysis, three (3) of which must be at managerial level from a PR agency or media house;
  • Experience in building brand awareness;
  • Expertise in marketing and campaigns on Internet and online technology platforms;
  • Demonstrated successful experience in media lobbying and writing press releases;
  • Prior experience in insurance or financial services sector would be an advantage.
How to Apply
 
If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online by 5pm 17th December, 2016. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.