Manager of Marketing & Communications

Job Title: Manager of Marketing & Communications

Organization: The African Think Tank (TATT)

Location: Remote (U.S. based preferably, Dallas OR Charlotte)

Weekly Commitment: 10 hours per week (Minimum)

Reports To: Director of Communications & Public Relations

About Us

Who Are We?

The African Think Tank (TATT) is a community-focused initiative for Africans and friends of Africa. Our mission is to foster a sense of belonging and facilitate the professional, entrepreneurial, and economic transformation of the African diaspora through innovative programs that drive positive change and sustainable development for all.

We envision an interconnected global community of Africans and friends of Africa rooted in trust, unity, collaboration, and impact.

Position Overview

The Marketing & Communications Manager will lead and oversee TATT’s social media and communications strategy, ensuring all content is timely, engaging, and culturally relevant. This role is ideal for a creative, strategic communicator passionate about amplifying African voices, strengthening community connections, and enhancing TATT’s visibility across platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement TATT’s marketing and communications strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Attend Weekly Social Media and Communications Committee meetings.
• Collaborate with program leads to promote events, workshops, and fundraising initiatives such as the Ubuntu Fundraising Gala.
• Ensure consistent brand identity and messaging across all communications.
• Monitor engagement metrics, analyze performance, and recommend improvements.
• Support media outreach and cultivate relationships with press, influencers, and community partners.
• Provide communications guidance to TATT leadership, regional directors, and committees as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of marketing, branding, and communications strategies.
• Experience managing social media platforms and digital campaigns.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills with cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to balance creativity with strategy, tailoring messaging for diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with the African Diaspora community and cultural contexts strongly preferred.
• Organized, proactive, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to TATT’s mission, vision, and guiding values of Trust, Diversity, Belonging, and Community.

What we Offer

• A meaningful leadership role in a growing nonprofit organization.
• Opportunity to shape communications that uplift and connect the African Diaspora.
• Valuable experience in nonprofit marketing, branding, and event promotion.
• Networking with leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers across the global African community.

To Apply

Interested candidates should email their resume and a brief statement of interest to operations@theafricanthinktank.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.