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Job Title:
Head of Brands
Employer:
Jibu
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Country:
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Management Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Sunday, 18 February 2024
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Kampala, Uganda
Jibu is a pioneering social enterprise with a mission to provide affordable, clean drinking water to underserved communities across East Africa through a sustainable, franchise-based business model. By empowering local entrepreneurs to own and operate water kiosks, Jibu has earned a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, safe water solutions while creating economic opportunities in regions with limited access to clean water.
Known for its innovative approach, the company uses water purification technology and community-driven solutions to provide cost-effective, accessible water to thousands of households. Jibu values its employees, promoting a work culture centered on teamwork, entrepreneurship, and social impact, offering opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and flexibility in work arrangements. Founded in 2012, Jibu has grown steadily from a small-scale operation to a regional leader in water access, with a network of franchises across Uganda, Rwanda, and Kenya, and plans for further expansion.
The company's business model focuses on sustainability, economic empowerment, and innovation, leveraging technology to drive operational efficiency and scale its impact. With a commitment to environmental sustainability, Jibu’s core values include entrepreneurship, impact, integrity, and community, ensuring that it continues to serve as a catalyst for positive change. Through its corporate social responsibility initiatives, Jibu supports clean water access, health education, and local economic development, making a difference in the lives of many. For more information, visit www.jibuco.com.
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Head of Brands job at Jibu
Jibu
Job Description
The Head of Brands will be responsible for crafting and executing comprehensive brand strategies across our franchise network. This role involves overseeing the design of brand guides, strategizing brand positioning, media planning, executing social media and CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) strategies, and ensuring effective strategy implementation to enhance brand visibility, engagement, and loyalty. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of creative vision and strategic thinking, driving our brands to achieve their full potential in alignment with our Jibu’s mission and value
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Brand Guide Design:
Lead the creation and continuous refinement of brand guides that define brand identity, voice, and visual standards across all touchpoints, ensuring consistency and high-quality representation for the Jibu brand.
Brand Strategy:
Develop and implement comprehensive brand strategies that effectively position each brand within the franchise network, each operating countries, identifying unique value propositions and market differentiators.
Media Planning:
Oversee media planning and partnership efforts, including digital, print, and broadcast channels, to optimize reach and engagement with target audiences.
Social Media Strategy:
Craft and execute dynamic social media strategies that amplify brand presence, foster community engagement, and drive customer interaction across platforms.
CSR “Jibuntu” Strategy:
work closely with Head of Impact and Partnership to lead CSR initiatives implementation in all Operating Countries that are align with the brand’s values and enhance corporate reputation, focusing on sustainability, community involvement, and ethical practices.
Strategy Execution:
Ensure the seamless execution of brand, media, social media, and CSR strategies across franchises, monitoring performance and adjusting tactics as necessary to meet objectives of the Jibu Brand
Leadership:
Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of marketing and branding professionals in all Operating countries and partner countries, fostering a culture of creativity, innovation, and accountability.
Collaboration:
Work closely with other outsource partners, departments, including sales, product development, and operations, to ensure brand strategies are integrated and aligned with overall business goals.
Market Analysis:
Conduct regular market research and analysis of the Jibu Brand to stay ahead of industry trends, competitor activities, and customer needs, leveraging insights to inform strategies.
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Proven experience in a senior commercial role, preferably within the franchising, FMCG or related industry.
Strong creative capacity as demonstrated by personal portfolio
Minimum 5 years professional Marketing or Communications experience
Minimum 5 years of professional managerial experience
Experience leading brand strategies and communications
Experience in working with a growing brand preferred
Experience producing photoshoots and video shoots preferred
Public relations experience
Strong writer and communicator
Must be a national or someone with extensive experience working in Marketing in a sub-Saharan African country
Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
Strategic thinker with the ability to drive results in a dynamic business environment.
Solid understanding of financial principles and budget management.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
Interested? Please apply by expressing your interest and a link to your Linkedin or CV to jobs@jibuco.com with the subject line,” Head of Brands
