The Associate Director of Marketing will work closely with the Africa Bureau Chief, Deputy Bureau Chief, and Global Advocacy, Marketing, Policy & Operations teams to develop and implement impactful marketing, communications, and media strategies across the Africa Bureau.

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership in marketing, oversee brand consistency, drive innovative campaigns, and support AHF’s mission of improving access to HIV/STI prevention, treatment, and care throughout Africa.

Strategic Marketing Leadership

  • Develop and execute integrated marketing strategies aligned with organizational goals and growth objectives.
  • Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of bureau-wide marketing plans.
  • Collaborate with Medical, Prevention, Advocacy, and Program teams to strengthen AHF’s profile and impact.
  • Support country-specific marketing initiatives while ensuring alignment with regional and global strategies.

Campaign Development & Content Management

Lead high-impact marketing campaigns across:

  • Digital marketing
  • Social media
  • Print and traditional media
  • Events and community engagement
  • Advocacy and partnership platforms
  • Drive audience engagement and behavior change through targeted communications.

Digital & Performance Marketing

Oversee digital marketing initiatives including:

  •  SEO/SEM strategies
  • Email marketing automation
  • Paid media campaigns
  • Marketing analytics and performance tracking
  • Utilize data-driven insights to optimize campaigns and demonstrate ROI.

Brand & Communications Management

  • Ensure consistent application of AHF’s brand identity and messaging across all platforms.
  • Lead advertising, promotions, media relations, and public relations activities.
  • Oversee development of marketing collateral, publications, reports, newsletters, and promotional materials.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships

Build and maintain productive relationships with:

  • Internal leadership teams
  • External agencies and service providers
  • Media houses and journalists
  • Community organizations and partners
  • Enhance AHF’s visibility and influence through strategic collaborations.

Financial & Operational Management

  • Support annual marketing budget planning and forecasting.
  • Monitor marketing expenditure and ensure efficient resource utilization.
  • Identify risks and provide timely reporting on critical issues.

Leadership & Team Management

  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management for marketing teams.
  • Foster innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the department.
  • Lead marketing transformation initiatives across a dynamic, multi-country environment.

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
  • Master’s degree or MBA will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum of 8–12 years of progressive marketing experience.
  • At least 3–5 years in a senior leadership or strategic marketing management role.
  • Proven experience delivering successful multi-channel marketing campaigns across diverse markets.
  • Strong expertise in digital marketing, analytics, brand management, communications, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Demonstrated experience managing budgets, vendors, and ROI-driven marketing initiatives.
  • Experience in healthcare, public health, international development, non-profit, or mission-driven organizations is highly desirable.

Desired Competencies

  • Strategic thinking and innovation
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Excellent decision-making and accountability
  • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
  • Change leadership capability
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Executive-level presentation skills
  • High emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity
  • Strong project management skills
  • Results-oriented with a proactive and collaborative approach
  • Strong design background

Application Submission Requirements

Interested candidates should submit:

  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • A cover letter
  • Contact details for at least three traceable professional referees

Applications should be emailed to: hr.zambia@ahf.org

Application Deadline: 12th July 2026

Email Subject Line: Associate Director of Marketing – Africa

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Statement

AHF is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All forms of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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