Manager, In-House Creative Services at 9Mobile

Job: IRC4448
Job Summary

• Co-ordinate and ensure implementation of 9mobile's Marketing Communications and Creative strategy for all segments, products, and services.

Principal Functions

• Execute marketing communications plans for promotions, events/sponsorships and other activities/initiatives
• Maintain quality and consistency of marketing/brand communications (graphic and print materials in relation to preferred brand image and establish specifications standards
• Monitor activities of vendors and media agencies to ensure adherence with service level agreements (SLAs)
• Keep abreast of marketing communications global and local best practices in relation to team/unit activities
• Maintain standards of specificity and clarity in addressing information needs of target markets regarding products and service offerings
• Develop, maintain and continuously improve accessibility by relevant users (existing and potential customers) to accurate product and service information
• Implement the unit's work programmes and plans inline with agreed upon procedures and guidelines
• Plan and manage the human and material resources of the unit/team to optimize performance and morale and enhance productivity
• Manage inter and intra functional relations to ensure synergy within and across departments
• Provide leadership and guidance to team members and manage subordinates' performance towards achievement of overall team objectives
• Prepare/compile agreed periodic activity and performance reports for the attention of the Head, Brand & Creative Services.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Head, Brand & Creative Services.

Educational Requirements

• First Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Postgraduate/professional qualification in a related field will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of six (6) years relevant work experience, with experience in a supervisory role as an advantage.

Knowledge:

• Industry knowledge
• Brand management

Skills:

• Communication
• Innovation
• Results Orientation
• Personal Effectiveness
• Presentation Skills
• Creative Analysis/Judgment
• Behaviour
• Customer Focus
• Passion for Excellence
• Integrity
• Empowering people
• Growing people
• Teamwork

Internal Relationships:

• Finance, Procurement, Human Resources, Legal, Regulatory & Corporate Affairs and other commercial departments

External Relationships:

• Media houses, advertising agencies, production houses, printers etc.