Communication & CSR Senior Manager - Africa Region

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

YOUR ROLE 

The Regional Communication & CSR Manager is responsible for defining and implementing the regional communication strategy while integrating the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) priorities. The role aims to promote the company’s initiatives among local stakeholders while supporting social, environmental, and ethical programs at the regional level.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ?

COMMUNICATION

• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive internal and external communication strategies that align with Group objectives while adapting to regional contexts and audiences.
•  Plan, coordinate, and oversee high-impact external events led by the regional network to enhance stakeholder engagement and promote the Group’s strategic priorities.
• Strengthen CMA CGM’s brand visibility and reputation across Africa through innovative communication campaigns, digital initiatives, and media relations.
• Foster seamless communication and information flow between local entities, the Regional Office, and the Group Communication Department to ensure message consistency and operational alignment. 
• Establish KPIs and conduct regular assessments of communication initiatives to measure performance, optimize impact, and guide continuous improvement

CSR

• Oversee and promote the Group’s CSR strategy across Africa by coordinating local action plans, monitoring initiatives, and engaging regional CSR representatives. Serve as the main CSR spokesperson, driving awareness and alignment with the Group’s sustainability priorities among internal and external stakeholders.
• Project development : Identify regional CSR challenges and opportunities, proposing relevant initiatives to headquarters and responding to partner requests. Maintain a regional overview of key clients’ CSR programs to strengthen alignment and partnership potential. 
• Manage and monitor the regional CSR budget and performance indicators to ensure effective implementation and impact measurement. Conduct continuous benchmarking and monitoring of CSR regulations, competitors, and best practices across Africa.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR ?

• Master’s degree (Bac+5) in Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, Sustainable Development, or equivalent. A specialization or certification in CSR or Sustainability is a strong advantage.
• Genuine interest and strong commitment to CSR and sustainability topics.
• Proven experience in project management.
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities at all organizational levels.
• Autonomy, persuasion, proactivity, and leadership are key assets for success in this role.
• Fluent in both French and English.
• Proficient in IT tools, communication platforms, and reporting systems.

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure !