Marketing Assistant

About the role

A client in the energy sector is looking for a Marketing Assistant to provide coordination and administrative support for marketing, public relations and communications activities. The role covers campaign implementation, digital and content updates, PR initiatives and internal communications, so that the brand stays visible and its messaging is consistent. It is an annual contract based in Nairobi, available immediately.

Key responsibilities

• Support marketing campaigns, promotions and activations by coordinating timelines, materials and suppliers, and tracking tasks to completion.
• Help manage social media and digital platforms, including content scheduling, agency coordination and reporting on digital performance.
• Assist with PR activities, media requests and press materials, and keep accurate records of media coverage.
• Help coordinate the quarterly company magazine, from content collection to liaison with designers and printers.
• Ensure compliance with brand guidelines and internal policies, and maintain documentation for audits, ISO and HSSEQ requirements.
• Assist with market research, competitor analysis and campaign effectiveness tracking.
• Support event planning for activations, exhibitions and stakeholder engagements.
• Help prepare marketing reports, presentations and performance summaries for management.
• Maintain marketing databases, contact lists and asset libraries, and support internal communication initiatives.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging marketing tools, and provide administrative support such as briefing materials and meeting coordination.

Required profile

• 1-2 years of experience in marketing, communications, digital marketing or a related role.
• Experience supporting marketing campaigns, promotions and brand activations, including coordination with agencies, suppliers and internal teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications or a related field, Second Upper Class.
• KCSE B+ and above.
• Relevant certification in Digital Marketing, Social Media Management or Public Relations is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools and platforms, and with social media management and content scheduling.
• Understanding of brand guidelines, compliance requirements and documentation processes for audits and regulatory standards such as ISO and HSSEQ.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures, and proficiency in report writing.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.