Role overview
What you'll be stepping into
Next Media Group is seeking a driven and results-oriented Account Manager – Nile Post to support the growth of its advertising and commercial partnerships.
The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing client relationships, selling advertising and promotional solutions, and helping clients achieve their marketing objectives through Nile Post's digital platforms.
This is a full-time position based in Naguru, Kampala, with applications closing on 16 October 2026.
About Next Media
Next Media Group is a leading multimedia company in Uganda, delivering news, entertainment, and digital content across television, radio, and online platforms.
With more than 16 years of industry experience, the organisation combines a diverse team with innovative storytelling to inform, educate, and transform Uganda through the power of media.
About Nile Post
Nile Post is a digital media brand within Next Media Group, providing news and other content through its online platforms. Its digital presence includes its website, social media channels, and newsletters, providing businesses with opportunities to reach and engage targeted audiences.
The Account Manager will be responsible for driving advertising sales and developing promotional partnerships across Nile Post's digital platforms.
The role involves identifying prospective clients, understanding their marketing and communication objectives, and recommending tailored advertising solutions that meet their needs while contributing to the commercial growth of Nile Post.
The successful candidate will also work closely with editorial, digital, and marketing teams to support the effective delivery of client campaigns and maintain strong client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
The Account Manager will be responsible for:
Identifying, prospecting, and developing new business opportunities across various industries.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
Selling advertising space and promotional opportunities across Nile Post's website, social media platforms, and newsletters.
Meeting with clients to understand their marketing and communication objectives.
Recommending tailored advertising solutions based on client requirements.
Preparing and delivering compelling sales presentations, proposals, quotations, and commercial pitches.
Negotiating advertising agreements and successfully closing sales opportunities.
Collaborating with editorial, digital, and marketing teams to deliver effective client campaigns.
Serving as the primary point of contact for assigned client accounts.
Ensuring excellent service delivery and maintaining strong client satisfaction.
Achieving and exceeding assigned sales and revenue targets.
Maintaining an accurate sales pipeline and client database.
Preparing regular sales reports and keeping accurate account records.
Monitoring media, advertising, and digital trends to identify new commercial opportunities.
Representing Nile Post at client meetings, networking engagements, and industry events.
Performing any other duties assigned by management.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants should have:
A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Mass Communication, or a related field.
Proven experience in sales, account management, or business development.
Experience within the media or advertising industry is preferred.
Strong communication, negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to prospect, qualify leads, and successfully close business opportunities.
A results-driven approach with a proven record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
Strong client relationship management and customer service skills.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple client accounts and competing priorities effectively.
Self-motivation and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
Familiarity with media platforms, digital advertising, and current advertising trends is an added advantage.
Key Skills
The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong skills in:
Advertising sales
Account management
Business development
Lead generation and prospecting
Client relationship management
Sales negotiation and closing
Commercial presentations and pitching
Digital advertising
Customer service
Sales pipeline management
Market and industry awareness
Communication and interpersonal skill
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is suitable for professionals with experience in sales, account management, business development, advertising, marketing, communications, or media.
Applicants should be confident in identifying business opportunities, developing client relationships, presenting advertising solutions, negotiating commercial agreements, and working towards sales and revenue targets.
Experience with digital media platforms and online advertising will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official Next Media careers platform and follow the application instructions provided for the Account Manager – Nile Post position.
Application Deadline: 16 October 2026
Duty Station: Naguru, Kampala, Uganda
How to apply