Deputy Director, Content, Campaigns and Digital - Africa

Job Posting Organization:
The organization is the largest nonprofit dedicated to combating poverty, disease, and inequity globally. Founded on the principle that everyone deserves the opportunity to lead healthy and productive lives, the foundation emphasizes diversity among its employees to reflect the populations it serves. It offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage without premiums, generous paid time off, family leave, retirement contributions, and opportunities for employee engagement. The foundation is committed to fostering a thriving workplace for personal and professional growth.

Job Overview:
As the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Deputy Director for Content, Campaigns, and Digital in Africa, you will be responsible for leading the strategy, development, and execution of regional communications that highlight the foundation's priorities and partnerships across the continent. This role involves managing a multidisciplinary team focused on content, digital, and campaigns, while collaborating closely with program, policy, and external affairs teams. You will need to possess a deep understanding of Africa's diverse media landscape and political economy, as well as the ability to navigate complex communications challenges. Your experience in leading innovative campaigns and engagement strategies will be crucial in enhancing the foundation's brand and influence across Africa. This position requires a collaborative mindset and the ability to inspire and align teams towards common goals, ensuring that communications efforts resonate with local audiences and stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Your responsibilities will include managing and mentoring a high-performing team, leading Africa-wide storytelling and campaigns that showcase the foundation's impact, overseeing regional content and campaign functions, and strengthening the foundation's brand and media presence. You will be tasked with driving innovation through data-informed engagement strategies, collaborating across the foundation to ensure consistent messaging, and advising senior leaders on communications strategies. Additionally, you will be responsible for building relationships with journalists and partners to amplify African voices and achievements, ensuring that all communications are culturally authentic and relevant.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced degree in a relevant field such as communications, marketing, journalism, or economics. A minimum of 12-15 years of senior-level experience in strategic communications, marketing, brand, and digital strategy is required, ideally with experience across multiple African contexts. A deep understanding of African media landscapes, campaign ecosystems, and audience engagement is essential, along with a proven track record of leading integrated campaigns that achieve measurable impact. Strong leadership skills, exceptional storytelling abilities, and experience in managing diverse teams are also critical for this role.

Educational Background:
An advanced degree in communications, marketing, journalism, economics, or a related field is required for this position. This educational background will provide the necessary foundation for understanding the complexities of communications strategies and the political economy of Africa.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 12-15 years of senior-level experience in strategic communications, marketing, brand, and digital strategy. This experience should ideally span multiple African contexts, demonstrating the ability to navigate complex organizational structures and align diverse stakeholders towards common goals. A history of leading successful campaigns and managing high-performing teams is essential.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, with superior written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in French is highly desirable, as it will enhance the ability to engage with a broader range of stakeholders across the continent.

Additional Notes:
The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya, and requires the ability to travel internationally up to 40% of the time. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Kenya without visa sponsorship. The application deadline is set for April 5, 202

• The foundation is committed to providing an inclusive hiring experience and encourages candidates with disabilities to request accommodations as needed. The organization values diversity and strives for an equitable workplace, ensuring that all applicants are treated fairly regardless of their background.