Volcanoes Safaris, a company with 25 years of experience in reviving gorilla and chimpanzee ecotourism in Uganda and Rwanda, is seeking a Marketing Officer to join its team in Kampala. The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to the development, coordination, and execution of marketing and PR activities. This will include producing and distributing website content, blogs, newsletters, and social media posts. The Marketing Officer will also help leverage PR campaigns and update marketing materials, data sheets, and presentations.
The ideal candidate for the Marketing Officer position will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in marketing, with a stable employment history and a commitment to previous roles. Excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and an interest in hospitality and great ape conservation are also required. The candidate should be dynamic, articulate, and willing to learn, with the ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Good graphic design skills and experience using tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar are also essential.
The Marketing Officer will work closely with the sales team, contributing to weekly sales and marketing meetings, and collaborate with lodges and safari guides to collect content. The role may require travel to VS lodges for fam trips, site inspections, or internal training, and may involve working outside of normal working hours and occasional weekend work. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing monthly marketing reports and social media statistics.
Volcanoes Safaris is a company that values its employees and offers a range of benefits, including the opportunity to work with a dynamic team and contribute to the conservation of great apes. The company has a strong commitment to sharing the rich culture, history, and hospitality traditions of the Great Lakes Region of Africa. The Marketing Officer will play a key role in promoting the company's products and services.
To apply for the Marketing Officer position, candidates should have a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in marketing, which is equivalent to 24 months. The deadline for applications is October 23, 2026, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The company uses online applications, and candidates can apply through the provided link.
Volcanoes Safaris is not the only company with job openings in Uganda. Other companies, such as Platinum Credit, NFT Consult, and Exquisite Solution, also have job openings for roles such as Sales Team Leader, Receptionist, and Taxation Assistant. Candidates can find more job listings on websites such as The Ugandan Jobline.
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Key points
- Volcanoes Safaris is seeking a Marketing Officer with 2 years of experience to develop and execute marketing activities in Kampala, Uganda.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for producing and distributing website content, blogs, newsletters, and social media posts.
- The deadline for applications is October 23, 2026, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
