Digicel+ Head of Content Strategy

About Digicel

Enabling customers to live, work, play and flourish in a connected world, Digicel’s world class LTE and fibre networks deliver state-of-the-art mobile, home and business solutions.

Serving 10 million consumer and business customers in 25 markets in the Caribbean and Central America, its investments of over US$5 billion and a commitment to its communities through its Digicel Foundations in Haiti, Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago have contributed to positive outcomes for over 2 million people to date.

With the Better Connected ethos at the heart of everything, its 5,000 employees worldwide work together to make that a powerful reality for customers, communities and countries day in, day out.

               Digicel also delivers news, sports broadcasting, digital media and financial services in several of its markets

Visit www.digicelgroup.com for more.

Primary objective of the job: 

The Head of Content Strategy will be responsible for establishing and managing relationships with content providers and negotiating contracts to enhance the service offerings of an FttH (Fiber to the Home) network provider and all associated divisions within Digicel Group. The role requires a strategic mindset and excellent communication skills to ensure that the company remains competitive in the rapidly evolving telecommunications and entertainment landscape. This role involves working closely with content creators, distributors, and internal stakeholders to ensure a diverse and engaging content library that meets audience demands and business objectives.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

•    Negotiate licensing agreements and partnerships with content providers, including streaming services, and media companies
•    Identify emerging content trends and recommend potential partnership opportunities that align with the company's objectives
•    Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, sales, and technical departments, to develop content integration strategies
•    Develop and maintain strong relationships with key industry players and content creators
•    Analyze performance metrics to assess the impact of content on viewer engagement and retention
•    Conduct market research to identify content trends and audience preferences
•    Stay informed about industry developments and competitive landscape to drive strategic decision-making
•    Monitor market conditions and competitor offerings to inform negotiation strategies and proposals
•    Prepare and present comprehensive reports on contract negotiations and partnership performance to senior management

Academic Qualifications and Experience Required:

•    Bachelor’s degree in Business, Media, Communications, or related field
•    Proven experience in contract negotiation, preferably within the telecommunications or media industries
•    Strong understanding of the OTT landscape, linear TV and digital content distribution
•    Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
•    Ability to analyze data and generate insights to inform strategic decisions

Functional Skills :

•    Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
•    Proficiency in content management systems and analytics tools
•    Strong networking skills and industry connections
•    Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

DISCLAIMER:

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.  Incumbent may, and probably will be asked to perform other duties as required.  Each employee, regardless of classification, is required to maintain a safe, orderly and clean workplace, using safety precautions and observing safety rules at all times.