JOB DETAILS:

Travel: 20% (domestic)

Start date: July 1st, 2025

Reporting line: CEO

About Us

We are Zembo, the start-up paving the way to the e-mobility revolution in Africa. Zembo sells electric motorcycles to commercial users and offers Batteries as a Service (BaaS) via a network of stations. After six years of operation, Zembo is the most experienced and innovative African provider of electric motorcycles and battery swaps on the continent. We are committed to local value creation, partnerships and locally driven solutions. We are scaling up in Uganda and beginning pilots in new geographies, providing an affordable and environmentally responsible mobility solution.

About the Role

Zembo is seeking a dynamic and creative Marketing Officer to lead our social media content creation and digital campaign efforts. This role will play a key part in driving awareness, engagement, and sales of Zembo’s electric motorcycles with swappable batteries. The ideal candidate is a skilled storyteller with a strong grasp of digital platforms, a passion for clean mobility, and the ability to create compelling, locally relevant content that connects with riders, fleet owners, and the general public.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Content Development

Campaign Management

Brand Storytelling & Promotion

Market Insights & Feedback

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in digital marketing or social media management, preferably in mobility, energy, or FMCG sectors.
• Proven ability to design and execute social media campaigns end-to-end.
• Proficiency in content creation tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, etc.) and familiarity with Meta Business Suite or similar tools.
• Strong storytelling, writing, and editing skills in English and at least one local language (e.g., Luganda).
• Comfortable creating content in the field, engaging with motorcycle riders, and covering events in real-time.

Qualifications and Experience

• Creativity and visual storytelling
• Strong digital literacy and platform fluency
• Proactive, organized, and self-driven
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Passion for sustainability, mobility, and local community engagement

Key Skills

• Strategic thinking and hands-on execution
• Strong leadership and team management
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Proficiency in CRM tools, digital marketing, and data analysis
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and mission-driven environment