Head of Corporate Affairs

As the Head of Corporate Affairs, you will define and execute a multi-year strategy that integrates government relations, media strategy, and social impact. You will lead a high-performing team to ensure our brand is respected, our voice is heard in policy discussions, and our community initiatives through the Betika Foundation deliver measurable transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Advisory: Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board on emerging reputational risks, political shifts, and stakeholder sensitivities.
• Public Affairs & Advocacy: Build and maintain influential relationships with Government, Regulators, and Industry leaders to proactively shape policy and industry standards.
• Reputation & Crisis Management: Lead the Group’s media relations and own the crisis communication framework, ensuring rapid and effective responses to high-stakes threats.
• Social Impact (ESG): Provide strategic oversight to the Betika Foundation, ensuring our CSR and sustainability initiatives are impactful, well-governed, and aligned with our corporate narrative.
• Internal Alignment: Drive internal communications to ensure our employees are inspired, informed, and culturally aligned with our mission.
• Leadership: Mentor and develop a multi-disciplinary team across PR, Public Affairs, and Community Development.

Who You Are

• A Strategic Architect: You don’t just manage tasks; you connect macro-environmental trends to business opportunities.
• An Influencer: You possess exceptional negotiation skills and the emotional intelligence to navigate complex social and political hierarchies.
• A Crisis Leader: You are calm, decisive, and masterful under extreme pressure and public scrutiny.
• A Storyteller: You have a proven ability to simplify complex corporate issues into compelling narratives for diverse audiences.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Political Science, Law, or Business. A Master’s degree (MBA, Public Policy, or International Relations) is strongly preferred.
• Experience: 12–15+ years of progressive experience in Corporate Affairs or Public Policy, with at least 5–7 years in a senior leadership role.
• Sector Expertise: Proven track record in complex regulatory environments (e.g., FinTech, Betting, Banking, or Telecommunications).
• Network: An established network within the Kenyan regulatory and media landscape.
• Professionalism: Membership in a recognized body (e.g., PRSK, MSK, CIPR, or IABC).

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to lead the corporate narrative of one of Kenya’s most visible brands. You will have the autonomy to shape a legacy of social impact while playing a central role in the organization’s commercial growth and sustainability.