Job Description

Posted on September 23, 2022

VisionFund Zambia Limited is part of a network of microfinance institutions within the VisionFund International network. We empower low-income entrepreneurs with access to integrated financial services that unlock their potential. We are part of World Vision, the largest global Christian humanitarian organization. In order to support our growth aspirations, we seek to recruit a qualified candidate who are self-motivated and results-oriented to fill the following position:
Marketing Advisor
Reporting to: Head Partnerships and Innovations
Location:  Head Office
JOB DETAILS:
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: MARKERTING ADVISOR
The purpose of this position is to take lead in all marketing and communication related works, including developing marketing strategies, making sure that VisionFund brand are properly positioning, writing of the regular newsletters, articles for the website and the annual report, and other necessary writing that may be identified.
Key Responsibilities:

Manage the VisionFund Zambia Customer services by ensuring that customer complaints are resolved and closed within a stipulated period as per customer service
Performing marketing analysis and research on the latest trends
Implement VisionFund Zambia’s marketing strategy and annual marketing plan
Implement promotional activities aimed at enhancing VisionFund Zambia’s competitiveness in the market place and subsequently growing its market share
Develop marketing and communications tools and media channels to reach targeted audience
Production of monthly internal newsletter to update staff on latest developments in the company
Gathering of client stories to demonstrate VisionFund Zambia’s impact on the clients, their families and the community at large
Conduct client and Market Surveys from time to in order to ascertain areas- of improvements in the provision of VisionFund Zambia services to its customers
Ensure that VisionFund Zambia Products and services continuously respond to market needs and customer preferences
Managing CRB queries and reports

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration or related field
At least 3 years of management experience in similar position where she/he provided strategic direction preferable in a financial service sector
Experience in marketing, communication, journalism, publishing, PR. Preferably in a corporate environment
Demonstrable experience dealing with different media platforms (newspapers, radio and TV)
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Proven ability to skillfully develop and manage relationships with diverse audience

Applications should be sent to-
The People & Culture Manager
Plot 6810, Chiwalamabwe road Olympia,
P.O.Box 33911
Lusaka, Zambia
OR
Email: [email protected]
VisionFund Zambia is an equal opportunity employer. Females are encouraged to apply.
Kindly note that VisionFund Zambia Limited does not solicit for fees at any stage of recruitment process, any such attempts should be treated as fraudulent and report immediately.
Deadline for submissions is Friday, 7th October, 2022

To apply for this job email your details to employment@vfz.co.zm