Deputy Director Marketing

ZIPAM ZIMBABWE INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following vacant positions that have arisen within the Institute. The Zimbabwe Institute of Public Administration and Management (ZIPAM) is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all suitably qualified candidates to apply. DEPUTY DIRECTOR MARKETING - GRADE D3 Reporting to the Deputy Director General Job Purpose: Provide strategic leadership in marketing, branding, communications, market development and stakeholder engagement to enhance ZIPAM's visibility, reputation, competitiveness and business growth. Key Result Areas: Marketing strategy and implementation; business development and revenue generation; client relations and customer satisfaction; brand management and corporate communication; market research. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement marketing, branding and communication strategies to raise visibility and reputation and achieve revenue targets. Oversee corporate communications, digital marketing platforms, social media, content and promotional materials. Provide creative direction for corporate publications, visual assets and multimedia content. Build strategic partnerships and stakeholder relationships, and identify new markets, clients and business opportunities. Conduct market research, competitor analysis and customer assessments to measure marketing effectiveness. Manage marketing plans, budgets and targets, supervise staff, coordinate promotions and report on performance. Core Competencies: Strategic thinking and execution; analytical and market intelligence skills; communication, presentation and stakeholder management; creative storytelling and content development; digital marketing and innovative branding; professionalism, integrity and accountability. Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration or a related field. At least 8 years' experience in strategic marketing, branding, corporate communications and stakeholder engagement. Experience in developing integrated marketing and communications strategies, digital marketing and market research. Advantages: Master's degree; membership of the Marketers Association of Zimbabwe (MAZ), the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) or the Zimbabwe Institute of Public Relations (ZIPR); public sector or public entity experience. How to apply: Applicants should submit an application letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of academic and professional qualifications, and contact details of three referees to the Director General via zrecruit2026@gmail.com not later than 20 November 2026. Applications must clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject line of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. TO APPLY How to apply: Applicants should submit an application letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of academic and professional qualifications, and contact details of three referees to the Director General via zrecruit2026@gmail.com not later than 20 November 2026. Applications must clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject line of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Duties and responsibilities Develop and implement marketing, branding and communication strategies to raise visibility and reputation and achieve revenue targets. Oversee corporate communications, digital marketing platforms, social media, content and promotional materials. Provide creative direction for corporate publications, visual assets and multimedia content. Build strategic partnerships and stakeholder relationships, and identify new markets, clients and business opportunities. Conduct market research, competitor analysis and customer assessments to measure marketing effectiveness. Manage marketing plans, budgets and targets, supervise staff, coordinate promotions and report on performance. Core Competencies: Strategic thinking and execution; analytical and market intelligence skills; communication, presentation and stakeholder management; creative storytelling and content development; digital marketing and innovative branding; professionalism, integrity and accountability. How to apply How to apply: Applicants should submit an application letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of academic and professional qualifications, and contact details of three referees to the Director General via zrecruit2026@gmail.com not later than 20 November 2026. Applications must clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject line of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.