About the Role
Role Overview: We’re looking for a proactive, data-driven Marketing Lead eager to drive Zeraki’s growth through effective performance and brand marketing strategies. Ideal candidates are digitally savvy, creative problem-solvers, passionate about education, and excited to scale a rapidly growing African brand.
Responsibilities:
1. Strategy Execution:
● Implement and refine Zeraki’s integrated marketing strategy across both B2B (schools) and B2C (parents/students) segments.
● Execute full-funnel campaigns from awareness and acquisition to conversion and retention, maximizing customer lifetime value (LTV).
2. Performance Marketing:
● Manage data-driven outreach campaigns, leveraging digital channels (Google Ads, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, SMS).
● Oversee event marketing and on-ground activations at educational expos, workshops, and conferences (KESSHA, KEPSHA, EdTech summits).
● Continuously optimize funnel conversions via retargeting, personalized messaging, and behavior-driven triggers.
3. Brand Marketing:
● Build Zeraki’s brand identity through consistent storytelling and emotional engagement across digital and offline channels.
● Foster community pride and advocacy through social proof, student success stories, and interactive digital campaigns.
4. Analytics and Optimization:
● Monitor real-time dashboards, track key marketing metrics, and ensure continuous campaign optimization.
● Perform A/B testing to enhance campaign effectiveness, using insights to refine strategies proactively.
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
● Coordinate closely with Sales, Product, and Tech teams to align marketing efforts with business objectives.
● Engage with creative agencies or freelancers to produce cohesive marketing assets and materials
Requirements
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
2-4 years experience in digital or performance marketing (experience in startups or EdTech preferred).
Familiarity with digital marketing tools (Google Analytics, Ads Manager, CRM systems).
Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
Excellent communication skills, creative thinking, and the ability to handle multiple projects.
Ability to learn quickly, thrive in a dynamic startup environment, and proactively seek opportunities for growth
What we offer
What Zeraki Offers:
● Opportunity to significantly impact education across Africa.
● Collaborative, innovation-driven team culture.
● Career growth opportunities in a rapidly scaling company.
● Competitive compensation and benefits.
Our culture
At Zeraki, our strength is rooted in our vibrant culture, driven by a shared commitment for integrity, learning, and excellence. Our environment demands the highest standards and focuses on delivering results. We hire and develop the best, manage through trust, value empathy, and practice having a backbone in all our dealings. We are a team that thrives on freedom, responsibility, and the pursuit of excellence. Joining us means being part of a community dedicated to growth, innovation, and transformation.
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