Content Associate

🚀 We're hiring! African Hidden Champions is looking for a Content Associate to join our mission of scaling Africa's most promising mid-sized companies into global champions.

If you're passionate about storytelling that inspires audiences and gives African businesses a powerful voice, this role is for you! You'll create compelling content that positions African companies as industry leaders while amplifying AHC's thought leadership across digital platforms.

What we're looking for: Someone who's great at translating complex ideas into engaging narratives, producing diverse content formats, and driving digital engagement growth. If you love the idea of transforming perceptions of African companies and elevating their role in the global economy, we'd love to hear from you!

📩 Ready to apply? Send your CV to [click apply] with the subject line: AHC Content Associate

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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AHC Content Associate

At African Hidden Champions (AHC), we are scaling Africa’s most promising mid-sized companies into global champions. By providing growth capital, services, and a powerful peer community, AHC supports African entrepreneurs in building resilient, competitive, and impactful businesses. Our mission is to strengthen Africa’s private sector by unlocking opportunities for companies to grow, thrive, and expand globally.

12-month Success Definition

As Content Associate at AHC, you will play a vital role in shaping the voice and narrative of the initiative.

Success in this role will be defined by:

• Publishing a minimum of 24 high-quality content pieces annually
• Achieving at least 100% growth in digital engagement metrics
• Supporting the production of at least five flagship research reports or case studies

Additionally, you will maintain a consistent content pipeline that amplifies AHC’s thought-leadership role while ensuring content resonates with both local and international audiences.

Top Tasks

We believe in an all-hands culture where we work closely together, flexibly, to achieve our goals.

Your day-to-day will be focused on, but not limited to, the following:

• Develop and Deliver Content Strategy: Create and maintain a clear content calendar that aligns with AHC’s programs, events, and campaigns. Ensure that all content is purposeful and reflects the initiative’s values and goals.
• Produce and Edit Content: Write, edit, and design diverse content formats, including blogs, newsletters, social media posts, and event summaries. Ensure all content is polished, accurate, and engaging.
• Support Research Outputs: Collaborate with research teams to translate findings into accessible content pieces such as executive summaries, infographics, and articles that resonate with a broader audience.
• Amplify Visibility: Manage content dissemination across AHC platforms and external channels. Optimize content for SEO and digital growth, ensuring maximum reach and engagement.
• Coordinate Content Partners: Work with design teams, writers, and vendors to deliver content that is professional, brand-consistent, and aligned with AHC’s messaging.

Role Persona

• I am great at storytelling that inspires audiences and conveys complex ideas in a simple, engaging manner.
• I love creating content that gives African businesses a voice and positions them as leaders in their industries.
• I believe that strong narratives and thought leadership can transform perceptions of African companies and elevate their role in the global economy.