Job Description

Marketing Manager Job Announcement

Summary

Title: Marketing Manager

Entity: Somtel Somalia

Location: Mogadishu with frequent travel in all regions of South and Central Somalia

Reporting to: Commercial Manager

 ABOUT SOMTEL

Somtel connects the people that keep Somalia on the move. It does this by providing integrated telecommunications solutions to individuals, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), Government and large corporates in Somalia, drawing from a diverse solutions suite that includes voice, data, mobile money as well as network services.

ROLE PURPOSE

We are seeking an innovative marketing manager to promote our company's brand and services. In this role, you will be optimizing our marketing strategies, managing the marketing department's budget and staff, as well as preparing forecasts.

To ensure success, you will need extensive knowledge of marketing strategies and the ability to identify new business leads. An outstanding marketing manager will be someone whose expertise translates into increased brand awareness and profitability.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Evaluating and optimizing marketing and pricing strategies.

  • Analyzing market trends and preparing forecasts.

  • Generating new business leads.

  • Increasing brand awareness and market share.

  • Coordinating marketing strategies with the sales, financial, public relations, and production departments.

  • Developing and managing the marketing department's budget.

  • Overseeing branding, advertising, and promotional campaigns.

  • Managing the marketing department's staff.

  • Preparing and presenting quarterly and annual reports to senior management.

  • Promoting our brand at trade shows and major industry-related events.

  • Keeping informed of marketing strategies and trends

  • Researching and analyzing market trends and competitors.

  • Performing any additional tasks and duties assigned by Commercial Manager.

 

Skills and Qualifications

  • Master degree (or equivalent) in marketing, business Administration, or related field

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Proven experience developing marketing plans and campaigns

  • Strong project management, multitasking, and decision-making skills

  • Metrics-driven marketing mind with eye for creativity

  • Experience with marketing automation and CRM tools

  • Proficiency with online marketing and social media strategy

  • Proven experience designing interactive applications and networking platforms

  • Willingness and ability to travel

  • Established contacts with media

 

How to apply

Interested candidates are kindly requested to get in touch with our Human Resource Office.

Please contact by email somtel.jobs@somtelnetwork.net

NB: Application deadline is September 9, 2022