We are seeking a senior Head of Marketing & Communications to lead growth, brand, and reputation for a leading regional security and technology company operating across East Africa.

This role is for a commercially minded, execution-focused leader who can translate strategy into revenue, protect reputation in high-risk environments, and position the company as a trusted, tech-enabled partner to governments, NGOs, and enterprises.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead marketing and communications strategy aligned to business growth targets.
• Drive demand generation and pipeline support in partnership with Sales.
• Own the company’s brand, narrative, and market positioning.
• Lead digital marketing, performance tracking, and analytics.
• Manage security communications and crisis readiness.
• Design and deliver high-impact events, briefings, and thought leadership.
• Support regional teams with scalable marketing playbooks.
• Build and lead a disciplined, high-performing marketing team.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Senior marketing and communications leadership experience (B2B, services, or regulated sectors).
• Strong commercial mindset with experience supporting revenue growth.
• Confident communicator.
• Experience in crisis communications or high-pressure environments.
• Deep understanding of digital marketing, CRM, and performance metrics.
• Ability to operate across multiple countries and cultures.