Solve Education! is seeking a Marketing & Communications Manager who is creative, resourceful, and ready to think critically, communicate clearly, and deliver consistently.
This role is fast-paced, mentally demanding, and high in ownership. You’ll navigate shifting priorities, limited guidance, and tight timelines, staying calm under pressure and quick to apply feedback. It’s not for those seeking comfort or routine, but it’s a strong fit for someone who thrives on challenges, takes initiative, and learns fast.
We value attitude, learning agility, and execution in a mission-driven environment. There’s room to grow, but also a high bar for quality, accountability, and adaptability. If you’re up for the challenge, you’ll gain real responsibility, build a strong and versatile portfolio, and contribute to work that creates meaningful impact, all while being supported by a team that values both excellence and continuous growth.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
You’ll take ownership of the full communications cycle, from strategy through execution and performance optimization. This is a demanding, multifaceted role that requires exceptional judgment, precision, and proactive leadership.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and lead robust, data-informed marketing and communications strategies aligned with the organization’s mission and objectives.
- Content Creation: Craft compelling content for digital and offline platforms, including press releases, website copy, campaign materials, social media, newsletters, donor communications, and annual reports.
- Campaign Management: Design and execute integrated campaigns that amplify key programs, generate awareness, and strengthen our brand.
- Social Media Leadership: Own our digital presence. Build content calendars, manage platforms, track trends, and grow community engagement.
- Internal Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams to surface impact stories, gather insights, and build unified messaging.
- Media and Influencer Relations: Develop media and influencer outreach strategies, maintain press lists and KOLs,, and handle incoming and proactive media/influencer requests.
- Performance Monitoring: Track campaign and content metrics to assess performance and improve ROI.
- AI Integration: Explore, evaluate, and implement AI tools that enhance content development, analytics, and workflow efficiencies.
- Crisis Response: Support the development of clear, timely messaging during reputational or operational challenges.
What We Expect
This role demands a sharp mind, a strong work ethic, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. You’ll need to bring not just skills, but initiative, agility, and leadership.
- Language: Written and verbal communication in English (interviews conducted in English).
- Experience: 1–2+ years in marketing, communications, or related fields, preferably in high-output environments.
- Technical Skills: Strong command of content marketing, digital strategy, brand communications, and social media management.
- Content Expertise: Demonstrated ability to write for diverse audiences and adapt tone and voice across channels.
- Analytical Mindset: Able to interpret metrics and derive strategic insights.
- Tools: Familiarity with Google Workspace, Canva, and social media scheduling tools is required.
- Adaptability: Willingness to learn and apply AI tools to enhance communications work.
- Collaboration: Comfortable managing multiple priorities while working both independently and within a distributed team.
- Growth Mentality: Proactive, self-starting, and deeply committed to continuous learning and innovation.
Bonus Points If You Have
- Experience managing external communications or media relations.
- Working knowledge of SEO, digital analytics tools (Google Analytics, Meta Business Suite).
- Basic design/video editing skills to support dynamic content development.
- Hands-on experience with AI tools such as ChatGPT, Jasper, Copy.ai, or Canva AI features.
- Previous work in PR/digital/marketing agencies preferred
You’ll be joining a team with a big mission. We don’t expect perfection, but we do expect effort, ownership, and a strong learning attitude. If you’re looking for a quiet job with step-by-step instructions, this may not be the right fit. But if you’re ready for growth, responsibility, and real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Ready to apply? Send your CV & Portfolio to career@solveeducation.org
Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 12 months
Experience:
- PR/Digital/Marketing Agencies: 1 year (Required)