Pulse Nigeria| Recruitment

Pulse is Africa’s leading innovative media company, informing and engaging Africa’s young audience – and providing expansive media reach and creative marketing solutions to partners. We run news websites and social channels and marketing and production across Francophone and Anglophone West Africa and East Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Brand Partnerships Manager

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Identify potential brand partners that align with our strategic goals and audience interests.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive partnership strategy, including partner identification, negotiation, and contract closure.
• Manage the entire partnership lifecycle, from initial outreach and negotiation to implementation and ongoing optimization.
• Initiate creative co-branding and co-marketing initiatives that enhance brand value and drive audience engagement.
• Explore new models of collaboration that can open up additional revenue streams.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and potential partnership opportunities.
• Analyze competitive market strategies and adjust partnership tactics to maintain competitive advantage.
• Define key performance indicators for each partnership and regularly monitor and report on partnership performance.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management based on partnership outcomes and market feedback.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams to ensure partnership alignment with overall business objectives.
• Work closely with marketing to leverage partnerships in campaigns and promotions, maximizing visibility and engagement.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven track record of successfully managing brand partnerships, particularly in the digital media, eCommerce, or related industries.
• Experience in negotiating and implementing complex deals with a record of measurable success.
• Strong business acumen with strategic and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities.
• Proficient in CRM software and data analysis tools.
• Highly motivated, entrepreneurial spirit, and an innate ability to spot opportunities for growth.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong leadership qualities and the ability to inspire and engage various stakeholders.

Application Closing Date
2nd September, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Job Title: Managing Editor

Location: Nigeria 

Key Responsibilities

• Define and uphold the editorial vision and strategy for Pulse Picks, ensuring content aligns with the brand’s voice and business objectives.
• Develop editorial guidelines to uphold brand integrity and voice.
• Manage and mentor the editorial team, including writers, editors, and content strategists to meet and surpass KPIs.
• Lead editorial planning, overseeing the creation and curation of content that engages and grows the platform’s audience.
• Maintain the highest editorial standards across all content, while integrating SEO best practices to enhance discoverability and rank in search engine results.
• Work closely with marketing, design, and product teams to ensure a cohesive content strategy that supports product launches and brand campaigns.
• Adjust editorial strategy based on data-driven insights to meet engagement and conversion goals.

Skills and Qualifications

• Candidates should possess HND / Bachelor’s Degrees with 6+ years relevant work experience.
• Proven experience in an Editor in Chief role or similar leadership position within a content-driven organization.
• A portfolio that demonstrates excellence in editorial content creation and management.
• Experience in editorial roles with a focus on content commerce platforms and familiarity with the FMCG sector
• An analytical approach to understanding audience data and translating it into actionable editorial strategies.
• A creative thinker with a knack for identifying and telling stories in a way that captivates and engages a diverse audience.
• Ability to innovate content delivery to stay relevant in a rapidly changing media environment.
• Familiarity with content management systems, SEO best practices, and digital analytics tools.
• Understanding of the digital media landscape, including social media dynamics and multimedia content.

Application Closing Date
30th July, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Graphic Designer

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Define and develop a distinctive brand identity for each vertical within Pulse Picks, ensuring that each one has a unique yet coherent visual language that aligns with our overarching brand ethos.
• Create compelling logos and brand identity that capture the essence of each vertical, resonating with our target audience and differentiating each vertical’s offerings.
• Oversee the design of web assets, ensuring a seamless and visually engaging user experience across our platforms.
• Collaborate with the UX/UI teams to implement design that not only looks great but also optimizes user flow and interaction.
• Produce innovative motion graphics that enhance our storytelling across various channels, including video content and digital advertising.
• Craft visually stunning social media templates for our content marketing activities that capture & drive user interaction and sharing.
• Lead and inspire a team of designers, providing direction and feedback to ensure high-quality outputs.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, content, and product teams to ensure design supports business and marketing strategies.

Skills

• A strong portfolio showcasing expertise in brand identity, web design, motion graphics, and social media material creation.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with web design tools.
• An ability to translate brand strategy into visual concepts and designs that communicate the desired message to the target audience.
• A keen understanding of design trends and how they can be leveraged to keep the brand current and appealing.
• A collaborative spirit that thrives in cross-functional team environments, with excellent communication skills to articulate design concepts and rationales.
• Experience in managing and directing a team of creatives, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to lead multiple design projects from concept through completion.

Application Closing Date
31st August, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: career@pulse.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Design Lead

Location:  Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full-time

• Define and develop a distinctive brand identity for each vertical within Pulse Picks, ensuring that each one has a unique yet coherent visual language that aligns with our overarching brand ethos.
• Create compelling logos and brand identity that capture the essence of each vertical, resonating with our target audience and differentiating each vertical’s offerings.
• Oversee the design of web assets, ensuring a seamless and visually engaging user experience across our platforms.
• Collaborate with the UX/UI teams to implement design that not only looks great but also optimizes user flow and interaction.
• Produce innovative motion graphics that enhance our storytelling across various channels, including video content and digital advertising.
• Craft visually stunning social media templates for our content marketing activities that capture & drive user interaction and sharing.
• Lead and inspire a team of designers, providing direction and feedback to ensure high-quality outputs.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, content, and product teams to ensure design supports business and marketing strategies.

Skills

• A strong portfolio showcasing expertise in brand identity, web design, motion graphics, and social media material creation.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with web design tools.
• An ability to translate brand strategy into visual concepts and designs that communicate the desired message to the target audience.
• A keen understanding of design trends and how they can be leveraged to keep the brand current and appealing.
• A collaborative spirit that thrives in cross-functional team environments, with excellent communication skills to articulate design concepts and rationales.
• Experience in managing and directing a team of creatives, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to lead multiple design projects from concept through completion

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Lead Creative Strategist

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• In close collaboration with the VP of D2C & project lead, craft a compelling vision and strategy for the content and branding of Pulse Picks, in alignment with Pulse’s long-term objectives.
• Core understanding of social media marketing.
• Assume full ownership of the creative direction for Pulse Picks and Pulse Club, ensuring both verticals resonate with our audience and adhere to the overarching mission.
• Spearhead the launch and evolution of new content verticals, including developing a go-to-market strategy that leverages in-house marketing and creative talent.
• Coordinate across teams to ensure every content initiative is potent, well-executed, and on-brand.
• Serve as the main point of creative contact for our partners, crafting narratives that meet their needs and elevate our brand.
• Partner with engineering, sales, marketing, and regional leaders to drive content initiatives that are technically feasible, financially viable, and highly desirable to our customers.
• Ensure that customer and market feedback is woven into all creative processes, maintaining a user-centric approach to content strategy.
• Act as a liaison for the most significant client relationships, focusing on strategic content partnerships and collaborations.
• Where necessary, be involved in team expansion, attracting top creative talent to support our strategic goals.

Qualifications and Skills

• A proven track record in creative strategy or similar roles within culturally rich markets, particularly within Africa.
• A degree in a relevant field such as marketing, communication, or design.
• A robust background in managing creative projects, bonus points for expertise in content-driven e-commerce environments.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of inspiring teams and partners with persuasive narratives and presentations.
• Capable of making decisions that guide creative teams and impact the business’s direction.
• A strategic and analytical thinker, adept at turning insights into action and content into commercial success.

Application Closing Date
30th July, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Community Manager

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community management strategies that align with the brand vision and increase user engagement across platforms.
• Oversee the management and growth of community platforms, ensuring a consistent and positive brand experience.
• Cultivate a strong community presence that leads to an increase in brand loyalty and customer lifetime value.
• Liaise with the D2C team to ensure community feedback is incorporated into product development and content strategies.
• Monitor, measure, and report on community engagement and growth metrics, utilizing insights to steer future strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate community initiatives into broader marketing campaigns and brand storytelling.
• Facilitate a feedback loop between the community and the organization to ensure that user needs and preferences are understood and addressed.

Skills and Qualifications

• Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree / HND in relevant fields with 3 – 5 years work experience.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and growing online communities, with a particular focus on messaging platforms like WhatsApp.
• Strong understanding of community engagement strategies and proven ability to build and maintain brand presence on digital platforms.
• Experience in leveraging community insights to inform product and content decisions, with an emphasis on driving sales through community-building.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders, from community members to executive leadership.
• Familiarity with analytics and reporting tools to track community health and derive actionable insights.
• Creative and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to innovate community engagement tactics in a dynamic digital landscape.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with teams across the organization to align community management with overall business goals

Salary
N200,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
30th July, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Head of Growth

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community management strategies that align with the brand vision and increase user engagement across platforms.
• Oversee the management and growth of community platforms, ensuring a consistent and positive brand experience.
• Cultivate a strong community presence that leads to an increase in brand loyalty and customer lifetime value.
• Liaise with the D2C team to ensure community feedback is incorporated into product development and content strategies.
• Monitor, measure, and report on community engagement and growth metrics, utilizing insights to steer future strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate community initiatives into broader marketing campaigns and brand storytelling.
• Facilitate a feedback loop between the community and the organization to ensure that user needs and preferences are understood and addressed.

Skills and Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in managing and growing online communities, with a particular focus on messaging platforms like WhatsApp.
• Strong understanding of community engagement strategies and proven ability to build and maintain brand presence on digital platforms.
• Experience in leveraging community insights to inform product and content decisions, with an emphasis on driving sales through community-building.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders, from community members to executive leadership.
• Familiarity with analytics and reporting tools to track community health and derive actionable insights.
• Creative and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to innovate community engagement tactics in a dynamic digital landscape.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with teams across the organization to align community management with overall business goals
• Candidates should possess a Bachelor Degree with 3 – 5 years work experience.

Application Closing Date
31st August, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Senior Digital Sales Strategist

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Senior Digital Strategist role involves identifying business opportunities, contributing to sales efforts, managing client relationships, and developing internal strategies.
• Candidate will work closely with teams to ensure customer satisfaction, engage with clients to identify new opportunities, and stay updated on industry trends to drive innovation and maintain competitiveness.

Job Description

• Identify business opportunities and develop effective strategies to approach and pitch our solutions and capabilities.
• Contribute to team effort by establishing high-level contacts and ensuring that the defined sales process is followed.
• Close deals and work towards set targets, ultimately positively impacting the revenues of the company.
• Manage client relationships and provide customers with excellent service and support.
• Work with the project execution teams to ensure customer goals are achieved.
• Continuously engage customers and client-side decision-makers to maintain close relationships to identify upsell, resell and new business opportunities.
• Develop strategies and processes for internal use to further strengthen our market presence andmarket share.
• Manage fluid communication and processes across teams with a focus on the Account Management department.
• Contribute to team learning sessions and knowledge sharing on an ongoing basis in the Nigerian team and also pan Africa
• Stay up to date of the latest trends, industry issues and solutions, be aware of competitive activity in the market and with clients, help to ensure Pulse is always innovating with great client solutions.

Requirements

• A Degree in Communications or Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in sales or business development – Digital/ Creative/ Media/ Marketing/SaaS/ Advertising industries preferred.
• A creative thinker who can connect 360° digital to all aspects of a client’s business and drive growth opportunities.
• Good understanding of digital marketing – a professional qualification is desirable.
• Excellent knowledge of digital marketing software, such as HubSpot and Pardot.
• Detailed understanding of social media networks and media marketing methods.
• Excellent networking skills and a demonstrated ability in key client/partner relationship management.
• An entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, start-up environment with dynamic business priorities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Zoho CRM is desirable.
• Portfolio of previous marketing projects.

Application Closing Date
7th August, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Lifestyle Reporter

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Collect, verify, fact-check and analyze newsworthy information thoroughly
• Create and deliver news stories (article, video and/or social posts) with the audience’s perspective in mind
• Receive assignments or investigate news leads/tips
• Contact, interview and research sources
• Maintain notes and audio/video recordings
• Abide by journalism’s ethics and codes
• Cooperate with reporters, video editors, social media managers, chief editor, producers etc
• Stay up-to-date with the latest current events by properly monitoring news, attending events and building contacts and sources for use in future stories
• Attend press conferences, events, and file report in a timely manner.
• Assist and guide the content team with developing story ideas and stories.
• Develop and publish weekly reviews, opinion pieces, reports and story ideas.
• Edit and/or assist in editing and proofreading reporter and senior reporter’s stories.
• Read copy or proof to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, etc.

Requirements
Skills that would make a candidate successful in this role

• Experience with content marketing and various content formats such as article, social and video and a proven ability to drive readership.
• Excellent communication and news story-telling skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• A lot of energy, passion and enthusiasm

Application Closing Date
26th July, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to:careers@pulse.ngusing the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Job Title: Digital Account Lead & Strategist

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• As a Digital Account Lead and Strategist, you will oversee the digital marketing efforts for clients.
• Our ideal candidate should possess a strong understanding of digital marketing strategies, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for sports betting.
• You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive digital marketing campaigns, managing client relationships, and driving business growth through innovative digital strategies.

Key Responsibilities
Client Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the sports betting client, ensuring clear communication and understanding of client goals and expectations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular meetings, reporting, and proactive communication.
• Develop and present strategic digital marketing plans, campaign ideas, and performance reports to clients.

Strategic Planning:

• Develop and execute comprehensive digital marketing strategies.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and audience insights to inform strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (creative, content, analytics, and development) to ensure cohesive and effective campaign execution.

Campaign Management:

• Oversee the planning, implementation, and optimization of digital marketing campaigns across various channels.
• Monitor campaign performance, analyze data, and provide actionable insights to improve results.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.

Performance Analysis:

• Utilize analytics tools to track and measure campaign performance, providing regular reports to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and set benchmarks for success.
• Continuously optimize campaigns based on data-driven insights and client feedback.

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing / Communications / Business, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in digital marketing, with a focus on account management and strategy development.
• Experience working with a sports betting brand.
• Proven track record of managing successful digital marketing campaigns within the sports betting industry.
• In-depth knowledge of sports betting, including different sports, types of bets, odds calculation, and popular betting markets.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of digital marketing channels, tools, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to clients and internal teams.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Proficiency in analytics and marketing tools
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Leadership and team management skills, with a focus on collaboration and innovation.

Personal Attributes:

• Passion for sports betting and a deep understanding of the sports betting industry.
• A passion for sports which includes vast knowledge of sports, teams, and players across various leagues and competitions.
• Creative thinker with the ability to develop innovative and impactful marketing strategies.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage time effectively.
• Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Application Closing Date
29th August, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.