Content Editor (Global) needed at Genesis Analytics

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Your role will encompass:

• Ongoing creative content production for website & social media platforms with a strong emphasis on multimedia content.
• Developing and uploading content to Genesis Analytics websites.
• Proactively evaluate stories, case studies, reports and content from across the firm and in collaboration with practice areas, identify and shape it into multi-platform content.
• Working closely with Business Development Unit on proposal materials including gathering specialist communication input.
• Compiling regular newsletters and brochures.
• Identifying and developing communications champions for different practice areas and provide communications training.
• Supporting practice areas to communicate effectively, including assisting and advising on the gathering of interviews, visual materials, stories and producing thought leadership.
• Working with Head of Communications, develop a content plan to support brand narrative.
• Working with Group Services on specific campaigns.
• Managing external partners and freelancers to produce content in line with brand guidance.
• Supporting the production of key print and digital materials, ensuring the high production quality of materials that meet our brand guidelines

Requirements
Genesis consultants carry a balanced combination of powerful intellect, strong technical skills, and a consulting character to match. Successful candidates for roles at Genesis:

• Are passionate, self-motivated, and energetic problem-solver
• Value integrity and exhibit ethical behaviour
• Are analytical thinkers and fast learners with an excellent academic record

You are likely to have:

Education:

• Educated to degree level

Knowledge and experience:

• At least seven years’ experience in communications, marketing, or journalism. 
• Proven experience managing a website or social media platforms, preferably for an international organisation or firm.
• Strong knowledge of online platforms, particularly social media best practices and SEO principles.
• Excellent understanding of the African media landscape. Demonstrable experience working in brand marketing.
• Experience of managing freelancers and commissioning content in keeping with brand guidelines.

Skills:

• Communications, publication and marketing experience.
• Demonstrable copywriting, multi-media production, and editing skills.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to juggle competing demands.
• Ability to analyse complex information and present it in an accessible format for different audiences.

Personal competencies:

• Good team player with a proactive mindset and ability to work independently.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
• Strong interest in development issues