US-Based Independent Marketing & Product Development Contractor

Overview
We invite you to become a part of the Azizi Life family! Use and expand your gifts and skills as we collaborate to multiply artisan income. Our long-term independent contractors serve a key role in our sustainability and growth, collaborating with the Rwandan team to implement best practice in marketing and product development.


Azizi Life is a fair trade organization which partners with Rwandan artisans to bring beautifully designed, hand crafted goods to the world. Our central commitment to artisans is an expression of love, rising from our faith that Jesus is the source of all thriving. With a sustainable development and business model, we are committed to long-term relationships with artisans, customers, and staff.

Consultant Deliverables

Social Media and Digital Marketing

  • Plan and create social media posts, email campaigns and blog posts to highlight artisans, products, and nonprofit projects and further expand our community and deepen their engagement in fair trade.
  • Regularly update the Azizi Life website with new products and artisan information.

Visual Design and Organization

  • Design and order print resources such as hang tags, post cards and catalogs.
  • Oversee the development and organization of photo assets.

Product Development

  • Collaborate with Rwandan team to create bi-annual collections of new products for Azizi Life.
  • Plan and execute the launching and marketing of new product collections.
  • Advise the Azizi Life team on product development trends through trend casting.

Consultant Role Requirements

Experience:

  • Experience in marketing, sales, graphic design, project management, and customer service. 3+ years preferred.
  • Experience working with socially responsible brands or non-profits.
  • Experience living, working or traveling internationally. Preference for long-term residents of Rwanda.

Knowledge and Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, merchandising, brand management, product development, or related field preferred.
  • Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe applications, Mail Chimp, WordPress, and other web-based software as needed.
  • Proficient knowledge of digital marketing strategy.
  • Graphic design proficiency and understanding of current brand design trends.
  • Basic knowledge of website design and content management.
  • Proficiency in copy writing.
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills.
  • Able to work well with a collaborative team, but also independently, bringing timely and accurate outcomes.
  • Understanding of the US market, customers, and trends in marketing and products.
  • Creativity, organization, and attention to detail.
  • Photography skills preferred.
  • Deep commitment to Jesus, people, the environment, and ethical business practice.

Time: 12-18 hours/week. Flexible hours with contractor creating weekly schedule, with morning
availability for communication with the Rwanda team.


Location: USA- Remote. A Rwanda-based position is also available.


To Apply:
Please email your resume and cover letter by August 18th to Azizi Life Co-Founder Tom
MacGregor at jobs@azizilife.com. Please include links to see content you have recently created. In your email subject line, please indicate: US Marketing & Design Contractor