Head of Marketing & Communications at Worknigeria

Worknigeria was established with a Singular Vision. To help the vast Nigerian workforce find meaningful jobs. We are also on a mission to upskill them in the best ways possible and help them grow with and within their careers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Marketing & Communications

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Marketing & Corporate Communications
Business Type: Supermarket & QSR Retail Chain
Reports to: Managing Director (MD)

Role Purpose

• The Head of Marketing & Communications provides strategic leadership for brand, marketing, communications, and customer engagement across the company's supermarket and QSR businesses in Nigeria.
• The role is accountable for driving revenue growth, strengthening brand trust, enhancing customer experience, and supporting the company's ESG commitments, while working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Marketing & Growth Leadership:

• Develop and execute integrated marketing strategies aligned with annual revenue and expansion targets.
• Translate business objectives into measurable marketing and growth initiatives.
• Lead annual marketing planning and budget management across all outlets.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to the MD and Executive Team.

Brand & Reputation Management:

• Own and manage brand positioning for supermarket and QSR formats across Nigeria.
• Ensure brand consistency across stores, digital platforms, and communications.
• Oversee promotions, campaigns, and store activations to increase footfall and basket size.
• Protect corporate reputation through proactive communications and crisis management.

Customer Experience & Engagement:

• Drive customer-centric strategies to improve in-store and QSR experience.
• Oversee customer feedback systems includingCSAT, complaints, and service recovery.
• Collaborate with Operations to address customer pain points and improve service delivery.
• Lead loyalty programs, promotions, and retention initiatives.

Marketing Communications, Media & PR:

• Manage all external communications, advertising, media relations, and public affairs.
• Ensure compliance withAdvertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON)guidelines.
• Oversee content for social media, websites, in-store signage, and promotional materials.
• Act as a key communications advisor to the MD.

Digital & Performance Marketing:

• Lead digital marketing, social media, online advertising, and CRM initiatives.
• Track and optimize campaign ROI, conversion rates, and customer acquisition cost.
• Support online ordering, delivery platforms, and digital growth where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) in customer data usage.

ESG & Responsible Marketing

• Integrate ESG principles into marketing and communications strategies.
• Ensure responsible advertising, inclusive messaging, and ethical promotions.
• Support ESG reporting by communicating sustainability initiatives and community impact.
• Partner with HR and ESG teams on employer branding, DEI messaging, and community engagement.

Internal Communications:

• Lead internal communications to engage employees across all locations.
• Support change management, leadership messaging, and culture-building initiatives.
• Collaborate with HR on staff engagement and internal campaigns.

Budget, Governance & Vendor Management:

• Manage marketing budgets with strong cost control and ROI focus.
• Oversee agencies, media buyers, printers, and digital vendors.
• Ensure procurement and contracting comply with internal governance standards.

Team Leadership:

• Build and lead a high-performing marketing and communications team.
• Set clear objectives, KPIs, and development plans.
• Foster a results-driven, collaborative, and ethical work culture.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related discipline with 7–10 years' experiencein marketing, preferably inretail, FMCG, or QSR
• Master's Degree (MBA) or professional certification is an advantage
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and agencies
• Strong understanding of Nigerian consumer behavior and retail landscape

Application Closing Date
28th March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@worknigeria.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.