We are looking for an experienced Communications & Public Affairs Manager to support Kaspersky’s growth and visibility across North, West & Central Africa.

The role combines Corporate Communications and Institutional / Public Affairs relations, requiring strong strategic thinking, excellent editorial skills, and the ability to build trusted relationships with media, public institutions, regulators and industry partners.

Key Responsibilities:

Corporate Communications

Strategy & Planning

• Develop and execute the regional communications strategy aligned with business priorities.
• Ensure consistent messaging across North, West and Central Africa;
• Identify relevant angles, topics and trends related to cybersecurity, technology and digital transformation.

Media Relations & Content

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key medias across the region;
• Oversee the localization of content assets (press releases, op-eds, Q&As, media pitches)
• Prepare spokesperson briefings;
• Attend & coordinate regional press tours, interviews, press conferences and media events.

Digital & Social Media Support

• Support regional digital activations and local amplification of corporate campaigns;
• Collaborate with global content teams to ensure relevance and localization.

Projects & Events

• Manage communication support for regional events, conferences and strategic projects;
• Coordinate cross-functional work with Global Marketing, Sales, R&D and other CorpComms teams.

Public Affairs & Institutional Relations

Stakeholder Engagement

• Map key stakeholders in the NWCA region: public institutions, cybersecurity agencies, regulators, industry bodies, think tanks and NGOs;
• Support the development of long-term relationships with decision-makers.

Policy Monitoring & Analysis

• Monitor regulatory and policy developments related to cybersecurity, data protection, AI and digital governance;
• Draft policy briefs, notes, talking points and strategic recommendations.

Public Sector Projects & Partnerships

• Assist in building meaningful partnerships with government bodies and public-sector organizations;
• Support the preparation of institutional meetings, workshops and multi-stakeholder initiatives.

Thought Leadership

• Contribute to the creation of public affairs content: reports, presentations, speeches;
• Help position the company as a trusted expert on cybersecurity and digital resilience across the region.

Required Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, International Relations, Political Science, Journalism or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years in communications, public affairs or corporate relations roles;
• Proven experience in media relations and content creation;
• Experience dealing with government, regulators or public institutions is a strong asset;
• Experience in tech, cybersecurity, telecoms or related industries is a plus;
• Experience working with African markets;
• Multinational experience is a plus;
• Fluent French and English (mandatory);
• Additional African language or Arabic considered a plus;
• Strong understanding of PR/communications best practices;
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills;
• Ability to translate complex technical topics into accessible messages;
• Strategic mindset and strong stakeholder management;
• Comfortable working in multicultural environments

Travel Requirements

• Regular travel within the NWCA region for events, media engagements and institutional meetings.

Apply here : LinkedIn