Job Openings at Wakafoods

Wakafoods is an innovative food ordering and delivery platform, designed to connect food lovers with an exciting variety of fast foods, restaurants, street foods, home-cooked meals, wine stores, and confectioneries across the city. Our mission is to make ordering meals effortless, and to empower food vendors to grow their businesses through technology, visibility, and excellent customer engagement.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Marketing & Communication Specialist

Job Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

• We are looking for a creative and result-driven Marketing & Communication Specialist to help grow Wakafoods’ digital footprint, manage brand communications, and drive customer engagement through strategic content creation, campaigns, and digital promotions.
• This role is ideal for someone passionate about brand storytelling, social media, and strategic marketing, who wants to work in a fast-growing food-tech company.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute digital marketing campaigns to boost customer acquisition and brand awareness.
• Manage Wakafoods' social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn) with engaging content, consistent updates, and community engagement.
• Collaborate on branding and communication strategies to ensure consistent messaging across all channels.
• Create compelling marketing content: graphics, text, promotional offers, email campaigns, blog posts, and press releases.
• Coordinate influencer marketing, collaborations, and digital partnerships to grow the Wakafoods brand.
• Analyze marketing performance and engagement data and prepare periodic reports to guide marketing decisions.
• Support both online and offline marketing activities including promotions, events, and special campaigns.
• Work closely with the Sales and Vendor Onboarding Teams to ensure campaigns align with business goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Marketing, Mass Communication, Business, or related fields.
• 1-3 years of experience in a similar role (preferably in e-commerce, food delivery, hospitality, or FMCG).
• Strong knowledge of social media marketing, paid ads, email marketing, and digital trends.
• Graphic design and content creation skills (e.g. Canva, Adobe Suite) are a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to think creatively and analytically.
• A proactive team player with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Why Join Wakafoods?

• Be part of a fast-growing tech-driven food delivery brand.
• A young, creative, and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to the growth of a Nigerian homegrown brand.
• Growth potential as the company expands.
• Competitive salary & performance-based incentives..

Method of Application
Interestedand qualified candidates should submit their CV and a short Cover Letter explaining why they're a great fit for this role to: careers@wakafoods.com using "Marketing & Communication Specialist Application" as the subject of the mail.

Note: Join us on our mission to redefine food ordering and delivery in Nigeria!

2.) Customer Support Staff

Job Location:  Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time

Summary

• As a Customer Support Staff at Wakafoods, you will be the first point of contact for our customers, vendors, and riders.
• Your role is essential in ensuring a smooth and satisfying experience for all users on the Wakafoods platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle inbound and outbound customer, vendor, and rider inquiries via phone, chat, email, and social platforms.
• Provide real-time assistance and resolve issues such as order tracking, payment confirmation, and delivery concerns.
• Act as a bridge between customers, vendors, and riders to ensure smooth communication.
• Manage customer complaints with empathy, professionalism, and efficiency.
• Ensure proper documentation of issues and resolutions on internal systems.
• Monitor order flows on the Admin Dashboard and proactively resolve delivery delays or failed orders.
• Escalate technical and unresolved issues to relevant departments.
• Stay informed about all platform features, promotions, and updates to assist users accurately.
• Assist new users in navigating the app and website during onboarding.
• Promote Wakafoods' customer loyalty programs, discount offerings, and payment solutions when interacting with customers.
• Contribute to team efforts aimed at achieving user satisfaction and retention.

Requirements

• Minimum of an HND or Bachelor's Degree in any relevant field.
• 1-2 years of experience in customer service or a similar role (experience in the food delivery industry is a plus).
• Excellent communication skills (spoken and written English).
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable using customer service tools, CRM systems, and apps.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• A friendly, helpful, and patient attitude.
• Willingness to work in shifts, including weekends.
• A certificate in Customer Service and other related fields will be an added advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: N100,000 – N200,000 per month.
• Opportunity to grow in a fast-expanding tech startup.
• On-the-job training to fully understand the Wakafoods platform.
• A supportive, fun, and collaborative work environment.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• A chance to be part of a mission to revolutionize food delivery in Nigeria.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: careers@wakafoods.com using "Application for Customer Support Staff Position" as the subject of the mail.

Note: Be part of a company that’s redefining food delivery in Nigeria and beyond, Join Wakafoods Today!

3.) Offline Marketer (Merchant On-boarder)

Job Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Summary

• As part of our rapid expansion, we are looking for smart, energetic, and persuasive individuals to join our field marketing team as Offline Marketers / Merchant Onboarders.
• As an Offline Marketer at Wakafoods, you will be at the frontline of expanding our vendor network.
• Your primary job is to visit food businesses, introduce them to the Wakafoods platform, and onboard them as active vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify potential food vendors, restaurants, street food sellers, home kitchens, wine stores, confectioneries, and introduce them to Wakafoods.
• Educate merchants on the benefits of partnering with Wakafoods and how the platform can help them grow their customer base and sales.
• Guide and support merchants through the onboarding process — from registration to menu upload.
• Follow up with interested vendors to ensure complete registration and menu setup.
• Achieve weekly and monthly merchant sign-up targets.
• Collect feedback from vendors and relay it to the Operations team for continuous platform improvement.
• Represent Wakafoods at field events, vendor meetings, and local food business clusters.
• Collaborate with the marketing and support team to ensure merchant satisfaction post-onboarding.

Requirements

• Minimum of OND, HND, or Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business, or any related field with 2 - 5 years of work experience.
• Experience in field marketing, sales, or customer relationship management is a strong advantage.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Passionate about meeting new people and building lasting business relationships.
• Goal-oriented and self-motivated.
• Strong understanding of local food business trends and dynamics.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional, energetic, and enthusiastic approach to work.

What We Offer

• Attractive monthly salary.
• Performance-based commissions and bonuses for every successful vendor onboarding.
• Transport and logistics allowance.
• Comprehensive training on the Wakafoods platform.
• Opportunity for career growth in sales, business development, and marketing.
• An exciting and supportive work environment.

Method of Application
Interestedand qualified candidates should submit their CV and a short cover letter to: careers@wakafoods.com using "Application for Offline Marketer / Merchant Onboarder Position" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Join the Wakafoods Expansion Team!
• Help us bring more food businesses onto Nigeria’s most exciting delivery platform and shape the future of food commerce.