Head of Marketing & Strategy at Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS)

Board of Directors is seeking to recruit a suitable self-driven and results oriented Head of Marketing & Strategy with good professional and ethical standing to take over from outgoing incumbent who is due to retire soon.

The Head of Marketing & Strategy who reports to Managing Director/CEO, will be responsible for providing leadership to promote sustainable business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain appropriate policies and procedures to guide and direct business operations
• Play oversight role of the organization’s corporate strategies in order to support growth objectives
• Monitor publicity programmes for market positioning and positive corporate image
• Represent MEDS interests at policy level with partners to sustain special projects
• Lead in market surveillance to inform organizational strategy
• Oversee management consultancy services to healthcare clients
• Provide leadership to ensure customer needs and expectations are met
• Coordinate client support services and programmes to ensure they meet customer needs
• Evaluate the effectiveness of capacity building and offer advice for sustainability
• Oversee income generation initiatives and services that build the capacity of health workers
• Plan and approve departmental expenditure for control and accountability
• Ensure effective performance management to achieve operational objectives and targets

Candidate Profile:

• Demonstrated leadership with a track record of achievements, backed with vast experience with at least 5 years in a senior management level
• Strategic orientation, business acumen, interpersonal skills and integrity
• Strong leadership, communication, proposal writing, analytical and negotiation skills
• Master’s Degree in Business Administration or relevant related field
• Additional training and/or experience in Marketing or Strategy will be an added advantage