Head of Digital Marketing & Strategy – Mid Level
77 days left
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77 days left
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Date posted
April 15, 2026
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Closing date
April 15, 2026
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Location
KE Nairobi Area
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Career level
Mid Level
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
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Experience
2–5 Years
Description
Job Summary
The Head of Digital Marketing & Strategy is a pivotal leadership role responsible for elevating
the marketing performance and client satisfaction across Seargent Solutions. You will develop
and execute sophisticated, data-driven Below-The-Line (BTL) and Above-The-Line (ATL)
strategies to drive client success and directly address current service quality issues. This role
requires a blend of strategic vision, hands-on data analysis, proactive PR skills, and the
ability to effectively lead, educate, and review the existing marketing team while successfully
pitching to prospective clients.
Requirements
Key Requirement: Agency experience is mandatory.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership & Planning
– Develop, implement, and manage integrated ATL (brand awareness, mass media) and
BTL (direct response, targeted campaigns) marketing strategies for both the company
and its clientele.
– Serve as the forward-thinking expert, continuously researching and integrating
emerging digital trends, tools, and platforms to maintain a competitive edge.
– Lead PR activities for Seargent Solutions, elevating the company’s profile through
thought leadership, case studies, and media engagement.
2. Performance Analysis & Optimization
– Act as the lead data analyst, interpreting complex performance metrics (e.g., ROAS,
CPA, LTV, engagement) to diagnose reasons for underperformance and client drop-off.
– Review and critique all marketing deliverables (social media posts, video concepts,
email campaigns, ad copy, and targeting) from the team, ensuring strategic alignment
and optimal execution.
– Prepare and present clear, insightful performance reports and strategic
recommendations to clients and company leadership, articulating value and corrective
actions.
3. Team Management & Mentorship
– Lead and mentor the existing marketing team (Social Media/Account Managers, Video
Editors, Digital Marketing Executives), providing clear objectives, ongoing training, and
constructive performance feedback.
– Instill a culture of data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement across all
marketing functions.
4. Business Development & Client Relations
– Pitch to leads by crafting and presenting compelling, tailored marketing strategies and
proposals that showcase Seargent Solutions’ unique value and expertise.
– Act as a senior consultant for high-value clients, ensuring transparent communication,
strategic oversight, and proactive problem-solving to drive client retention and
satisfaction.
Required Qualifications & Experience
– Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
– Experience: Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in digital marketing, with at
least 1 year in a senior strategy or leadership role. Agency experience is mandatory.
– Expertise: Demonstrated expertise in developing and executing both Above-The-Line
(e.g., mass media integration, brand strategy) and Below-The-Line (e.g., email
marketing, paid search/social, direct campaigns) marketing programs.
– Analytical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency with marketing analytics platforms (e.g.,
Google Analytics 4, Google Tag Manager, CRM data) and the ability to translate data
into actionable strategy.
– Pitching Skills: Proven success in sales support, including developing marketing
proposals and presenting to senior client stakeholders and leads.
Key Competencies
– Strategic Thinking: Ability to see the big picture and translate business goals into
measurable marketing objectives.
– Accountability: High level of ownership and responsibility for client results and team
performance.
– Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication, crucial for client
presentations and PR activation.
