Specialist consultant - marketing and communications
We are seeking to strengthen our communications capacity in Nigeria, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, Ghana, Sudan and Malawi. This need arises from increased activity across our Cultural Engagement (CE) programmes and the requirement to ensure high-quality, impactful, and consistent communication to support our funded programmes and income generation initiatives.
Details
| Location | Nigeria, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, Ghana, Sudan and Malawi |
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| Closing date | Thursday 20 November 2025 |
Role overview
The marketing and communications consultants will support the design and implementation of marketing, media and communications plans to ensure effective communication of British Council events and programmes in their respective countries and across the region.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing marketing and communication strategies and plans for events, campaigns and programmes.
- Producing high-quality marketing and communications materials across print, digital, and social media
- Monitoring, analysing, and reporting on campaign performance and engagement
- Managing media relations and ensuring effective coverage of events
- Building strong networks with media, creative, and digital partners
- Providing on-the-ground marketing, communications and media support during events
- Leading and coordinating marketing and communications taskforces where relevant
- Ensuring all communications are aligned with the British Council’s brand and messaging guidelines.
Please view the full ToR document under below for detailed information on qualifications and expectations.
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit the following by 20 November 2025 to SSASocialmedia1@britishcouncil.org:
- An up-to-date CV.
- A portfolio or examples of previous communication work.
- An indication of the country or cluster you wish to apply for.
- A daily or monthly rate quotation (in local currency and GBP).
For any clarification questions regarding these Terms of Reference, please us contact through ssasocialmedia1@britishcouncil.org