Marketing Officer at M-KOPA Solar

Job Purpose

• You will be responsible for the day-to-day marketing support for all relevant departments and functions (Sales, Retail, Retention, Warehouse).
• You will be reporting to the Senior Manager Market Development.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in preparing and organizing marketing events such as product launches, promotions, and trade exhibitions as per the company’s marketing strategy
• Periodic/quarterly furnishing of Services Centres and other M-KOPA shops and affiliates with updated information on marketing materials (demo stands, flyers, standees, posters, etc.) to uphold the company brand by following M-KOPA shop brand guidelines
• Act as the custodian of Marketing stock and work with other relevant departments in the distribution of stock to Staff and the sales team, monitor/track usage levels and replenish stock when required upon approval from respective HOD
• Responsible for updating the marketing calendars as approved by the Senior Manager Market Development
• Responsible for periodic marketing audits
• Participate in research and activities geared towards the measurement of the effectiveness and impact of marketing initiatives and share timely reports with the Senior Manager Market Development
• Work closely with the creatives team to ensure the timely delivery of artwork for marketing collaterals
• Ensure timely delivery of all marketing collaterals, while ensuring that all materials adhere to the brand guidelines
• Monitor and update M-KOPA social media pages with product information, promotions, and engaging content to generate likes and reach out to potential customers
• Any other duties assigned

Experience:

• 2+ years of working experience.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any related field; specific experience in Project Management, Marketing, or Administration is an added advantage but not required.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong project management, multitasking, and decision-making skills
• Strong and effective communication skills
• Knowledge of marketing trends
• Process-driven with strong administrative skills
• Agility - able to work in a fast-moving environment with frequent change and a sense of urgency
• Willingness to work long hours as may be required from time to time
• Ability to work independently as well as in larger teams