Brand Associate

Work Location: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Brand Manager
Department: Marketing
Terms: Full Time

About the Company
Our client is a coffee house group operating in Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda.

Role Summary
You will assist the team in execution of brand marketing activities.

Key Deliverables for this Position
•    Successful in-store roll-out of campaigns
•    Collect campaign performance data and give feedback
•    Conduct monthly brand audits
•    Assist in project management (brand collateral fit-outs)
•    Ensure all collateral produced is brand legal
•    Ensuring all branches have POS material before launch date
•    Produce weekly reports with insights
•    Report on brand issues on time for quick resolution

Role Description
•    Assist brand team in building annual operating plan through data gathering and analysis
•    Assist in developing creative visuals (graphic design)
•    Handle various project-oriented tasks such as new store openings, product launches etc.
•    Work with the guest relations team to deal with complains and assist with recovery
•    Coordinate and execute advertising and promotions that support and are consistent with group marketing and brand goals and objectives
•    Tracks, analyzes and communicates program/ campaign performance
•    Applies consumer insights and understanding of marketplace dynamics to assist in developing brand plans as well as drive execution
•    Gather competitor insights, generate presentations and updates as needed
•    Be the key liaison with suppliers of branded collateral
•    Ensure internal teams are aligned and communications are disseminated on time

Candidate Requirements
•    Degree or Diploma (CIM) in marketing or related course
•    Strong communication skills
•    Proficient in Microsoft office
•    Organized, with ability to prioritize time sensitive assignments
•    Creative and flexible
•    Strong analytical, communicating and interpersonal skills
•    Flexibility to work on weekends, holidays and evenings where necessary
•    Demonstrate passion for brand marketing and creative thinking

How to apply:
If interested, send your updated CV and cover letter via "Apply Now Button".