Brand Story Teller
THE ROLE:
- This is a role for someone who believes brands are built through stories, and who has the skills to tell them well. As the Brand Storyteller, you'll own how Kenchic shows up: across earned media, digital channels, internal communications, and every touchpoint in between.
- You'll be the connect between our business and our audiences, translating what we do into narratives that resonate, build trust, and drive engagement.
- You'll work directly with the Head of Marketing & Brand Managers and collaborate with our external agency partners.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- You'll own the brand's voice and presence across every channel, ensuring Kenchic communicates with consistency, clarity, and purpose. Specifically,
- Lead our PR and earned media strategy- from media relations and press activity to corporate communications and MD messaging.
- Set the direction for all digital and social content, briefing and holding agency partners accountable to brand standards and performance targets.
- Own internal communications, ensuring our people are as connected to the brand as our consumers are.
- Own the content calendar - setting priorities aligned to product launches, campaigns, and business moments.
- Be the guardian of Kenchic's brand voice- across every channel, campaign, and conversation.
- Lead how Kenchic tells its sustainability and ESG story - translating our purpose and commitments into communications that are honest, compelling. and built for the long term.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
- 3-5 years of active experience in PR, communications, and digital (FMCG or consumer brand experience is a strong plus). A degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
- Excellent writing skills - you can write a press release, a caption, MD quote, and a social post, and each one sounds right for its format.
- Solid understanding of East African media landscape and digital platforms.
- Comfort working with Creative, Digital, and PR agencies: briefing, reviewing. providing feedback.
- Strong organisational skills - you manage multiple workstreams without dropping the ball.
- Experience with media monitoring tools.
- Familiarity with Meta Business Suite, Google Analytics, or social scheduling platforms.
YOU'LL THRIVE IF
- You're a natural communicator who takes pride in getting the words exactly right.
- You follow the news, you're active on social media, and you notice when brands do communications well (or badly).
- You can work independently but you're collaborative by nature, you ask questions, take feedback graciously, and bring ideas to the table.
- You're reliable. You can handle a fast-moving environment without losing your cool, and you understand that in a business like ours, reputation and relationships matter.
- You're curious about food, farming, or animal protein- or at least willing to get excited about it.
Method of Application
Start by telling us yours. Send a CV and a cover letter (one page, no waffle) to hr@kenchic.com. Please use the subject line: Brand Storyteller [Your Name]. Applications close: 22nd July 2026.