Associate – Marketing & Communication

Role Snapshot

Location: Lagos, Nigeria or Accra, Ghana
Department: MKT – Marketing & Communication
Reports to: Senior Manager – Marketing & Communication
Work arrangement: Hybrid (2 days in the office, 3 days remote)

Our Mission

We are a technology company that provides electrical grid management software and related network analytics solutions for utilities across Africa. Beacon Power Services was founded with a bold mission to expand access to reliable electricity for over 400 million people living in Africa's cities and a vision to lead Africa's power sector through data and innovation.

How You'll Make an Impact

We are seeking a creative and detail-driven Associate – Marketing & Communications to elevate and amplify the BPS brand and sharpen our narrative positioning.

In this role, you will drive compelling internal and external communications that showcase our impact across Africa’s energy sector. We are looking for a sharp writer and strategic thinker with a passion for powerful storytelling at the intersection of technology and energy.

What You'll Do

Content Creation & Copywriting

• Draft, edit, and proofread insight-led content for various channels, including social media, blog posts, newsletters, press releases, and website copy
• Support the translation of complex technical and operational work into clear, compelling narratives that position BPS as a thought leader in Africa’s energy sector.

Social Media Management

• Ensure the day-to-day management of BPS’s social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter/X), ensuring consistent brand voice and visual identity.
• Build and execute strategic content calendars aligned with business priorities and campaign objectives.
• Track engagement metrics and audience insights to continuously optimize performance and reach

Brand Strategy Support

• Support the development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns aligned with corporate goals and growth priorities
• Strengthen brand visibility and positioning across key markets through targeted storytelling and audience segmentation

Internal Communications

• Partner with internal teams to craft impactful announcements, newsletters, and leadership communications
• Support employer branding initiatives that reinforce culture, engagement, and talent attraction

Event & Webinar Coordination

• Support the planning and coordination of webinars, conferences, and industry engagements that showcase BPS’s expertise and impact
• Amplify event visibility through pre- and post-event communications across digital platforms

What We're Looking For

Professional & Technical Strengths

• Experience in marketing, corporate communications, public relations, or a related role.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail, tone, and grammar
• Proven experience managing corporate social media accounts and creating engaging digital content
• Proficiency with marketing and analytics tools (e.g., Mailchimp, Hootsuite, Canva), with working knowledge of SEO and Google Analytics
• Ability to distill complex technical or energy-related concepts into clear, persuasive, and audience-focused narratives

Leadership & Interpersonal Strengths

• Ability to collaborate with multicultural and geographically distributed teams
• High degree of autonomy and accountability (we operate within a hybrid work environment)
• Proactive, self-driven professional with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines
• Strong cross-functional collaborator, capable of working across departments to ensure aligned and consistent storytelling
• Clear, structured communicator with strong organizational skills and sound judgment

Nice to Have

• Experience in a B2B technology, SaaS, or fast-growth company environment
• Familiarity with graphic design or video editing tools (Adobe Creative Suite)
• Fluency in French

What the Recruitment Process Looks Like

• Step 1 - Application Review: Our Talent Acquisition team will review your application to evaluate your experience, qualifications, and overall suitability for the role.
• Step 2 - Behavioral & Cognitive Assessments: If selected to move forward, you will complete behavioral and cognitive assessments. These help us better understand your working style and ensure alignment with the role requirements and BPS’s culture.
• Step 3 - Technical Assessments: If you progress to this stage, you will complete technical assessments designed to evaluate your problem-solving approach and the key technical skills required for the role.
• Step 4 - HR & Culture Fit Interview: At this stage, you will meet with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss your background, motivations, and potential fit within the
• Step 5 - Technical Excellence Interview: In the final stage, you will interview with the Hiring team to further assess your technical expertise and overall fit for the role, and to ensure alignment on expectations from both sides.