Jobs at Creative Y&R

Job Purpose:

Primarily, the role will be required to deliver on the Full Stack assignments of websites and mobile applications (Android & iOS) including but not limited to Front End Technology, Back End Development Languages, Database, Server, API, and version Controlling Systems. The Full-Stack Developer will also be in charge of providing guidance and quality control of assigned project inputs and outputs in liaison with the Technical / Development Team.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with development teams and product/Account managers to ideate software solutions
• Design client-side and server-side architecture in liaison with the development team
• Build the front-end and back-end interfaces of applications using PSDs and HTML files.
• Develop and manage well-functioning databases and applications
• Develop and manage SaaS-based applications, Messenger Chatbots, and Web & Mobile Apps (Android & iOS).
• Write effective APIs such as Mobile Money payment integrations and integrating websites to ERP systems.
• Test software to ensure responsiveness and efficiency
• Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade software
• Create security and data protection settings
• Build features and applications with a mobile responsive design
• Write technical documentation, project requirements, and post-delivery reports
• Work with data scientists and analysts to improve software as per project requirements

Knowledge

• You must have dedication, persistence, and passion for the speed and evolution of IT-driven business solutions, emerging trends, coding knowledge, and industry dynamics
• Strong command of the English language and grammar

Skills

• Big Picture and Strong creative thinking skills and ability to think conceptually
• Excellent programing and coding skills
• Must embrace design/ creative innovation in the IT development space
• Excellent communication skills, written & verbal

Abilities

• Ability to lead, develop and motivate your team members
• The creative ability that pushes boundaries on how to use digital channels
• Ability to communicate effectively on complex IT & Dev matters professionally in a variety of styles for diverse audiences and

Collaboration & Relationship Management

• Collaborative team player and open-minded to ideas

Desired behavior

• Relentlessly curious about IT & its evolution, people, culture, brands, design, and business
• Self-starting, proactive, and prepared to put in the hard yards to deliver excellent creative output
• Must be resilient and be able to perform under pressure, delivering high-quality work against tight deadlines
• Must be a self-starter who has the ability to self-manage time and output.
• Demonstrable knowledge of and passion for digital.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors’ Degree in Information Technology / Computer Science or relevant field
• Minimum 4 years experience in a full-stack or related role

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Responsibilities

Brand Leadership/Management

• Development and implementation of brand, marketing, and communication strategies.
• Strategic overview of accounts playing a proactive advisory role for clients on new trends, external environment dynamics, and competitor activity which will be required during strategic planning meetings with clients and throughout the servicing phase.
• Oversight and overall responsibility for revenue generation ensuring that your brand portfolio achieves annual financial targets realizing profit and financial growth.
• 360-degree stewardship of brands ensuring that the agency is able to integrate all disciplines possible in client Brand activities in the marketing & communication strategic plan.

Client Liaison

• Act as Agency Brand Lead for your client portfolio. Position yourself as the Client Brand Expert/Advisor on all matters of marketing and communication.
• Periodically reporting on brand performance, competitor activity, trends, and threats highlighting implications on client business.

Business Development

• Through a top-level understanding of your clients' business and strategic direction, you will always look for opportunities to grow existing business by offering integrated marketing services from all agency disciplines which will generate additional income that allows you to grow your brand portfolio and the agency's bottom line.
• Closely working with the Agency Strategic Planning team to develop and present new business pitches and proposals.

People Management

• You will manage, develop and motivate account management teams tracking performance for growth and retention giving stability to both the agency and the client's business.

Minimum Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or related field.
• Professional Marketing Certification from CIM or equivalent would be an added advantage.

Work Experience

• 6+ years' hands-on experience in an Adverting Agency or in a Marketing role with similar responsibilities demonstrating progressive career growth.

Other Key Skills and Competencies

• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written language
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent negotiation skills and a proven track record of exemplary client management service
• Passion for excellence and result oriented