Job Advertisement at Publicis West Africa (PWA)

Job Advertisement at Publicis West Africa (PWA)

Job Title: Account Executive

Publicis West Africa (PWA) is an important regional hub office for all Nestle’s business in Central & West Africa region, covering approximately 22 markets. Of these, there are about 10 markets that are active and serve as sub-regional hubs for adjacent markets. The main languages that campaign work is created in are English, French & Portuguese.

There are several local dialects (as well) across the markets we work in. We work with partner agencies in Francophone markets, in Angola and Nigeria, to deliver work that has local impact. However, it’s key to note that interactions, both spoken and via email, within the Publicis network agencies is in English.

• Administrative role
• Must ensure timely and accurate contact reports
• Responsible for upload of files to Content Hub and Creative X
• Ensure that MAGGI Lionbox is fully updated and organized
• Organize calendars and set up meetings
• Ensure internal and external weekly tracker are up to date, accurate and done in a timely manner.
• Ensure that all briefs are accurately captured in Chase and briefed into the appropriate teams
• *Responsible for delivery of tactical briefs and support on bronze and silver briefs.

Requirements / Experience / Skills

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Sciences (Business, Marketing, Advertising)
• At least 2 years working experience as part of client services team in a reputable Agency
• Proficient in MS Office (Work / Excel / PowerPoint etc.)
• Knowledge of and experience in Chase
• TTL experience is essential
• Ability to apply approved strategy
• A good command of the English language (both verbal and written), French is a bonus
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent multitasking skills
• Strong analytical & reasoning skills

Personality Attributes

• Team player with ability to work independently
• Mature and honest
• Confident
• Positive with a “can do” attitude
• Assertive
• Problem solving & decision-making skills
• Solution and deadline driven
• Energetic, enthusiastic and willing “to go the extra mile”