Zeleman is an Ethiopian, integrated full service, communications, advertising and production agency. We are the only full service agency with all capabilities built in-house to provide the most efficient and cost effective solutions for our clients. Founded in 2005 by CEO and Chief Creative Director Zelalem Woldemariam, Zeleman currently employs over 120 experienced communications professionals. The agency has long-term relationships with Ethiopia’s biggest brands and international organizations from Diageo, Ethiopian Airlines, Coca-Cola, UNICEF, Save the Children and many more. As one of the largest media buyers in Ethiopia Zeleman also has strong relations with all media owners in the country.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead on key accounts and offer strategic ideas in the development of all campaigns
• Lead the agency’s ideas presentation and ensure deliverables remain faithful to the brief and is kept within the time frame and budget
• Establish relationships with new clients and maintains and nurtures business relationships with new clients
• Identify ‘at risk’ clients and offers support and guidance to ensure accounts are retained
• Monitors work performance of the Account Services team, offering guidance and support where necessary
• Offers training to the Account Services team, ensuring each member is performing to their best ability
• Creates and leads major presentations for clients and prospective clients

REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATION AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• BA and MA graduate in related field
• Proven people management skill
• Good communication and interpersonal skills capable of maintaining strong relationships
• Sound background in finance
• Proven presentation and negotiating skills
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Proven time management skill
• English language skill, written and spoken is mandatory

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in related area and role.