Job Description
SWAHILI-SPEAKING REGIONAL MARKETING EXECUTIVE AT SOKIFY
About This Role
Join Sokify's dynamic marketing team and drive our expansion strategy across Kenya. We're seeking a talented, creative, and results-focused professional to lead our marketing operations in this fast-paced, internationally-minded environment. This is your chance to make a real impact on Kenya's leading online marketplace while advancing your career in a competitive, innovative setting.
Your Responsibilities
You'll take ownership of Kenya's marketing function, reporting to our Business Development Manager. Your key duties include:
Crafting and executing country-specific marketing strategies tailored to the Kenyan market
Developing and rolling out demand generation and lead-generation marketing initiatives
Designing, launching, and measuring marketing campaigns against clearly defined KPIs and performance targets
Supporting market research efforts during regional expansion, with sensitivity to local ethics, culture, and customs
Coordinating marketing events, exhibitions, and activations as required
Contributing to ongoing marketing activities and providing support across the wider marketing and regional teams
Managing marketing team coordination and overseeing delegated projects
Monitoring industry trends and implementing best practices
Handling additional responsibilities as assigned
What We're Looking For
You'll bring a university degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or a related business field, with a minimum of five years' experience in a comparable role. Your expertise should include:
Deep, practical knowledge of Kenya's market landscape
Native fluency in Swahili with excellent English proficiency
Demonstrated expertise in marketing analytics and metrics
Strong digital marketing capabilities
Exceptional project management abilities
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational capabilities and proven multitasking abilities
A dynamic, target-oriented mindset
Project management experience is advantageous.
What We Offer
Competitive remuneration package with performance-based incentives
Stimulating intellectual work environment with collaborative teams
Ongoing professional development and international training opportunities
The Application Process
Intro Chat with Talent Acquisition
First Interview with Your Future Team
Aptitude Assessment
Role-Specific Take-Home Task
Second Interview with Your Future Team
Personality Assessment
Final Interview
All applications are handled with complete confidentiality.