About Kora 

Kora is the marketplace for everything payments. We offer a robust payment API for payment collections, disbursements and conversions for businesses anywhere in Africa.

Our vision, which is at the core of what we do every day, is to create a world void of digital financial barriers. We are committed to delivering reliable, secure, and easy-to-use digital financial solutions to every single customer with a guarantee that it is improving their lives. To achieve this mission, we need people like you.

We strongly believe in our ability to find Water in the Desert and pick the Sands in the Ocean.

We value positive energy, and clear communication and are committed to building an inclusive environment for people from every background.

About the role: 

The Events and Communications Associate will be crucial in developing and executing comprehensive event and communication strategies to enhance Kora’s brand visibility and engagement. This individual will be responsible for planning, organising, and overseeing various events, as well as crafting compelling communications to convey our message to target our ideal customer profiles ( ICPs) effectively.

Our marketing team, where you’ll be working, actively collaborates with product managers, engineers, the sales team and more to ensure the Kora vision is brought to life.

In collaboration with cross-functional teams, you are essential to ensuring that Kora’s brand messaging and tone of voice are consistent across various platforms.

What you’ll be doing: 

1. Event Planning and Execution:

• Plan, coordinate, and execute virtual and in-person events, including webinars, conferences, product launches, developer events and corporate gatherings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of events, from conceptualisation to post-event analysis.
• Manage event logistics, including venue selection, catering, audiovisual setup, and coordination of materials.

2. Communication Strategy:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy to promote Kora’s brand and products.
• Create compelling content for various channels, including press releases, blog posts, social media, and newsletters.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align communication efforts with overall marketing objectives.

3. Media Relations:

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and influencers.
• Pitch stories and press releases to secure media coverage and positive exposure for the company.

4. Content Creation:

• Generate engaging and informative content for both internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate with design and content teams to produce visually appealing materials for events and communications.

5. Metrics and Analysis:

• Track and analyze the performance of events and communication efforts, providing insights for continuous improvement.
• Utilize data to measure the impact of campaigns and make data-driven recommendations.

What you’ll need: 

You are qualified if you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in event planning and execution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with fintech industry trends and terminology.
• Ability to multitask, plan and prioritize own work under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, event management tools, and social media platforms.
• Interpersonal skills for building and developing relationships with people and an ability to influence stakeholders.
• Ability to work on multiple projects with different objectives simultaneously.
• You are exceptionally driven and autonomous.
• You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment – because we are a startup, we need someone who can easily adapt and work quickly to achieve results.
• You bring positive energy, are comfortable with change and can manage your workload effectively.

Reporting Structure: This role reports to the Head, Marketing.

Interview process 

Below is the interview process you can expect for this role. It may look like a lot of steps, but rest assured that we move quickly and the steps are designed to help you get the information needed to determine if we’re the right fit for you… Interviewing is a two-way street, after all!

We expect the interview process to take a maximum of 3 weeks and an average of 2.5 hours in total. Please note that the interview is virtual.

👋Introduction Stage – we have initial conversations to get acquainted with you and overall experience.

[15m] Recruiter Screen – Abayomi Ishmael 

[7 days max] Take-home Assessment/Project 

Project Review –  The Marketing Team

Feedback from the Recruiter (Abayomi Ishmael)

🧑‍💻 [60m] Team Interview Stage (Marketing Team) – We proceed to explore your professional background in greater detail and facilitate introductions to team members, including those from various cross-functional areas.

[60m] Cultural Fit Interview  (Our Core Values)- At this stage, you’ll engage in a conversation with Kora’s COO, the Head of People and Culture, and the head of the team you’re being considered for. The aim is to understand you better and assess the alignment of your beliefs and values with Kora’s distinctive culture. We’d like to emphasize that there are no right or wrong answers expected. However, we encourage you to maintain a positive attitude during this session.

Please note that you are welcome to ask questions and inquire during this process. We assure you of complete transparency throughout the interview process.

Working hours

Given that we are an all-remote company and hire almost anywhere in the world, we don’t have a location requirement for this role. However, your working hours must coincide with 9:00 am – 5:00 pm WAT for at least 40 hours/week.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kora is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and business needs. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented communities and diverse ethnic groups to apply.

Please feel free to inform us if you need any accommodations to facilitate your participation in the recruitment process. Any details you share will be used solely to ensure we can support and accommodate your needs appropriately

If you require more information on our HR Data Privacy, please visit here.

• Health insurance
• Sponsored and tailored training
• Paid parental Leave
• Paid time-off
• Flexible work style
• Annual performance bonus
• Low-interest loans
• Employee assisted programs
• Day off on your birthday 🎂 🎁 🎉
• Employee resource groups that provide supportive communities within Kora
• Great company culture and the opportunity to work with a highly collaborative team building something great!

Note: We recognize imposter syndrome is real – any candidate who does not perfectly fit every characteristic of this role is still strongly encouraged to apply.