Brand Communications Manager Job at Nigerian Breweries Plc

Nigerian Breweries Plc is the pioneer and largest brewing Company in Nigeria. We are the home of great brands, with products formulated and brewed under the highest quality standards and procedures. Our rich portfolio of quality Lager, Stout, Non-alcoholics, and Spirit make us stand out. From our first champion, Star Lager Beer to our youngest gems, we ignite memorable moments that bring us together and create unforgettable bonds. 

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Brand Communications Manager

Job Location: Lagos

About the Job

• We are offering an exciting opportunity as a Brands Communications Manager who will support brand teams across portfolios and help in developing world class creative assets across traditional and digital channels. 
• He or she is an amazing storyteller, with an eye for creativity and is a connoisseur of pop culture. 
• He / she will play a role in shaping a new agenda for communication excellence and embed a new IMC framework within the Company 
• The Brand Communications Manager is an excellent communicator, with appreciable experience working with creative agencies, PR agencies, and in brand management. 
• He or she can take ownership for content development and understands the end-to-end process of developing content from conception to execution and production, as well as authoring case studies in collaboration with brand teams where required. 

Key Responsibilities

• Takes responsibility for developing through the line marketing communications campaigns for brands across allotted portfolios and brands
• Works closely with brand teams and creative agencies in concept development, ideation, and communication strategy alignment with broader commercial objectives of the company
• Regularly shares case studies, and supports the Head of Comms and Marketing Capabilities in designing and deploying capability building programmes for the marketing team 
• Collaborates with the media, strategy, and planning teams to provide monthly and quarterly competitive reviews on brands within the category, while also looking beyond beverages to inspire the marketing team 
• Has full operational responsibility for supervising, aligning and approving tactical campaigns, while ensuring and embedding creativity as a core capability within the organisation

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 2nd Class upper or 2nd Class lower with a Master's Degree in Social Sciences.
• A Masters’ degree in any of the following will be an added advantage (Marketing, Marketing Communications, Media and Communications, Mass Communications or an MBA with a marketing specialization) 
• APCON or NIMN certification is also an added advantage. 

Work Experience:

• At least 5 years post NYSC experience working in roles related to brand management, marketing communications and copywriting. 
• Experience in developing award winning campaigns, preferably experience as a copywriter or account planner.
• Work experience in a creative agency is an added advantage
• Sound knowledge of regulatory environment in advertising 
• An analytical mindset, with strong presentation skills and an ability to clearly articulate and present ideas. 

Knowledge:

• Advertising 
• Campaign Planning 
• Communication Strategy
• Marketing Communications 

Skills:

• Stakeholder Management
• Ability to connect broadly
• Storytelling and Creativity 
• Ability to give clear and concise feedback 
• Fluent English, needed for interaction (reading, written, spoken)
• Strong communication skills-m Oral and written 
• Leadership skills
• Spontaneity 

Salary and Benefits

• Attractive remuneration and benefits.
• Paid time off
• Employee mental health assistance programme
• Medical insurance for employees, spouses and children.
• Life insurance
• Vehicle insurance
• Attractive pension scheme
• Grants for car ownership
• Flexible work arrangement
• Free onsite crèche
• Recreational facilities e.g. swimming pool, tennis court.