Head PR/Communication at Jumia Nigeria

Introduction to the role
As Head of PR/Communication, you will take charge of Jumia’s growing brand presence. Ensuring strong and consistent brand awareness all over Nigeria.

Your areas of responsibility include

•     Managing and controlling all public relations and communication related topics
•     Developing strategies that energize and strongly differentiate the JUMIA brand in the Ecommerce sector in Nigeria, positioning JUMIA as the online shop you can trust
•     Building and shaping the feedback communication of customers and social followers 
•     Creating strong communication strategies to educate the market about ecommerce and the brand in Nigeria
•     Building relationships and striking partnerships with journalists, bloggers and opinion leaders
•     Driving the daily press and public relations as well as media and communication issues

Qualifications and Requirements

•     A degree in a business or marketing related subject (e.g. media, economics or communication science); or equivalent experience
•     Significant relevant professional experience in the marketing and/or consulting sector dealing
•     Strong understanding of PR, branding and communication
•     Proven track record of communicating both sales and corporate topics as well as cultivating brand awareness
•     Ability to develop concepts, standards and processes and efficiently implement those in a complex, fast paced setting
•     Demonstrated leadership capabilities and excellence in complex business situations
•     Proven ability to effectively manage, develop and coach experienced team members
•     Excellent analytical and organizational skills, data driven mindset and goal–oriented way of working
•     Entrepreneurial spirit, hands-on personality as well as passion for the job
•     Fluency in both written and spoken English is essential
•     Great team player, strong communicator with excellent interpersonal and presentation skills