Deputy Manager, Marketing & Corporate Communications at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Job Profile

• Reports to the Director, Marketing and Corporate Communications (MCC) or designate.
• The successful candidate will have the primary responsibility of interfacing with the programme and research divisions on all research and creative briefs.
• S/He will work closely with programme managers to develop evidence based creative briefs and campaigns to address identified gaps that communication must fill.
• S/He will be responsible for Global Fund Malaria BCC and advocacy components as well as developing and implementing mass media campaigns.

Qualifications/Experience

• Must possess a first Degree in Mass Communication or any of the behavioural or Social sciences, a Master's Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Must possess a minimum of six (6) years cognate experience in related functions, preferably in a reputable NGO, or media organisation
• Must be analytical and can translate research (desk top and others) to a workable creative brief
• Knowledgeable about IPCs, FGDs and how to translate research outcomes to campaign messages
• Knowledgeable about programme issues (public health) pertaining to our SFH’s core programme areas
• Relevant experience working in or with a marketing communications agency especially in media planning and buying
• Must possess self-confidence, excellent inter-personal and networking skills
• Must have high sense of responsibility and integrity and have a drive for continuous learning and knowledge sharing
• Experience in print media or audio-visual production will be of an added advantage.