The Stakeholder Management Director is responsible for leading the development and execution of a comprehensive stakeholder engagement and communication strategy that aligns with East African Holding’s strategic goals. The role focuses on building and sustaining strong, long-term relationships with key internal and external stakeholders—including government bodies, financial institutions, communities, and media outlets—to safeguard the company’s interests, enhance its public image, and ensure consistent, high-quality communication in line with EAH’s brand and corporate objectives

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Oversee the development of stakeholder communication strategies, and develop/manage ongoing relationships with critical stakeholders in order to maintain the required benefit of the company.

2. Develop effective relationships with key stakeholders, including Banks, Government Office at all level, the community and others as required.

3. Lead the development and delivery of all published and printed materials and ensuring all such activities support delivery of EAH strategic objectives and maintain and enhance the company’s reputation.

4.  Lead and ensure all communications materials are produced consistency to a high quality and adhere to EAH ‘s brand guidelines as specified by the EAH Board of Directors.

5. Ensure a robust media response and engagement processes are in place so as to constantly maintain the organization interest. 

6. Lead, develop and facilitate positive and meaningful, regular engagement with all stakeholders to drive improvements in the quality and consistency of communication and stakeholder engagement activities.

7. Lead the development and delivery of a holistic Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Strategy that fully supports achievement of the organization strategic objectives and priorities. 

8. Establish key performance indicators and measures to monitor progress and delivery for all media, communications and stakeholder engagement activities.

Job Requirements

Required Qualification:

The Ideal candidate shall have at least Master’s degree in business management, media relation or other related field with relevant progressive experience for more than 10 years in high-level industry experience in stakeholder management and handling of media platforms, maintain strong business relation with various stakeholders in private or public enterprise. Additional international certification is a plus.

Competence requirement:

• Proven experience in maintaining strong relationships with various stakeholders that includes government, banks and other.

• Developing and implementing stakeholder engagement plans that align with organizational goals

• Analyzing complex organization issues and developing effective solutions. 

• Excellent analytical, and problem-solving skill. 

• Proven track record of developing and executing successful strategies. 

• Proven ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Proven experience of effective strategic thinking, detailed planning and the ability to deliver to clear long-term objectives

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

• Strong multi-tasking and strategic thinking ability. 

How to Apply

Qualified candidates can apply via email at recruit@eastafricanholding.com. Please make sure to mention the position title in your application.