The KOKO Group is looking for an innovative, daring and uncompromising spirit that would support and sustain our operations.
This role is responsible for leading communications, events, experiences and development of our agency, as well as managing and delivering productivity savings across our portfolio.
As Communications and Events Manager you will be an integral part of our Communications team and will work closely with the executive management. Your field of responsibility will comprise the planning and execution of communication channels, strategy and in-person events with local, pan-African and global participants from stakeholder groups including media, high-ranking government officials and industry leaders.
Your main responsibilities are:
- Planning and executing virtual and in-person events, trade shows and conferences with African and global participants from various stakeholder groups
- Planning and executing corporate communications related projects across a diverse range of topics.
- Coordinate scheduling and logistics for events including contract negotiations, guest lists, venue preparation, travel planning, security, catering, entertainment, equipment and decor
- Serve as liaison to senior level executives, high-ranking government officials, and industry leaders throughout the planning process and at the events
- Prepare agendas and briefing materials for events, conferences and trade shows for internal stakeholders including senior level executives
- Develop event materials for external stakeholders including media, government officials and industry leaders
- Maintain and build a comprehensive database of industry contacts, vendors, and venues
- Support the Corporate Communications team for media outreach, media relations and media appointments
Experience Required
- University degree in any of the numeric disciplines / Marketing or other related discipline preferred though not essential.
- 5-10 years’ experience either within an agency with a events planning and organising, events sponsorship & key media assets focus.
- Experience of working with African and international brands preferred though not essential.
- Expert level in agency analytics to identify and optimise investment strategies and plans to connect with our consumers.
- Expert level in leveraging financial rigour to prioritise and allocate resources effectively.
- Expert level in measuring financial and equity impact of investments and institutionalises learnings
Interested and qualified candidates should please send their Applications with their CV attached to [email protected].