Responsibilities

• Write and edit in-house journals, newsletters, corporate and other related publications to enhance communication
• Manage public relations activities
• Implement corporate social responsibility programs
• Manage the Authority website
• Participate in the preparation of the departmental budget
• Participation in creating awareness through public barazas, shows and exhibitions
• Complaints handling
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual sectional reports
• Mentor and coach staff
• Participate in the implementation of the performance management system in the section
• Speech writing
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication and Journalism or Public Relations or Social Sciences from a recognized institution
• Master’s Degree in Communication or any other relevant field from a recognized institution
• Diploma in mass Communication or marketing
• Membership to Chartered Institute of Marketing Certification or relevant professional body
• Leadership or Management course is an added advantage.

Experience and Competencies

• Five (5) years relevant working experience, with at least 3 years at Supervisory level
• Excellent Communication and marketing skills
• Speech and report writing skills
• Public relations and customer skills
• Analytical Skills
• Demonstrated Integrity
• Meet the provisions of chapter six of the Constitution.

How To Apply
Visit the REA website for the full details of the job descriptions, minimum requirements and requisite work experience for each position.
Apply for a position through a standard one-page letter, attaching a detailed CV and copies of certificates.

All applicants MUST

1. Complete a BIO DATA form which can be obtained from the REA website and send the same IN SOFT (NOT SCANNED) to the Chief Executive Officer on jobs@rea.co.ke.
2. In addition to the Bio Data form, submit HARD COPIES of their applications together with their updated Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of academic and professional certificates before or on the closing date.

Candidates must submit Tax Compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority, Clearance Certificates from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and Higher Education Loans Board; and a valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).

Qualified persons including physically challenged, youth and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications should reach:
The Chief Executive Officer,
Rural Electrification Authority,
Kawi House, Block C/South C-Bellevue,
P.O Box 34585-00100,
NAIROBI.
On/or before 31st January, 2018.

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Salary Scale: 2
Job REF:  HR/SMM/12/2017

Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate shall be responsible for providing strategic management of sales activities, plan, direct and coordinate marketing of the Corporation’s products and services to ensure targeted profitability, corporate visibility and service delivery is achieved.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Sales team in devising and implementing the weekly action plans and strategies
• Provide performance feedback for Sales and Marketing Staff
• Oversee market research on new products, potential suppliers and regional market trends to inform the sales and marketing strategies
• Lead the prospecting for new customers and suppliers and organize meeting with prospects
• Commission market research and advise on the sales opportunities and pattern to facilitate the proportioning of goods supplied to certain regions by ensuring that the demand and consumption patterns are considered
• Provide insights on competitor activities as well as daily prices of goods
• Coordinate sales activities through monitoring performance and facilitating any necessary support
• Negotiate sales contracts and partnerships with key stakeholders
• Ensure the implementation of sales schedules and policies
• Ensure effective facilitation of stock transfers to depots and across depots
• Analyze weekly sales data from the depots
• Assess sales performance against targets and recommend remedial measures for implementation Coordinate receipt of orders from depots and organize deliveries
• Using market research data, facilitate the proportioning of goods supplied to certain regions by ensuring that the demand and consumption patterns are considered
• Oversee the monitoring market and competitor activities Oversee the preparation and development of departmental budget
• Approve and monitor departmental expenditure
• Provides oversight for all departmental physical assets
• Plans, assigns work, monitors work and appraises departmental staff
• Contributes to strategic, operational and financial decision making in the Corporation

Educational Qualifications and Professional Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Commerce of (Sales and Marketing) or Business Administration (Marketing)
• Masters Degree Marketing Option
• Certification from Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
• Membership to Marketing Society of Kenya

Working Experience
At least eight (8) years experience in Sales or Merchandising in a busy FMCG environment with at least (3) years at senior management level.

Competencies and Skills

• Strategic skills
• Planning skills
• Specialized knowledge in marketing affairs
• Budgeting and financial management skills
• Administrative and coordination skills
• Decision making and problem solving skills
• Leadership skills
• Communication and Negotiation skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Networking and relationship building skills
• Action oriented

How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the specified requirements should send their applications stating the current and expected salaries; attached with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of all academic certificates, testimonials and valid certificate of good conduct to the address below to be received not later than 26th December, 2017. Please Quote Job Title & Reference on the envelope.

THE MANAGING DIRECTOR
KENYA NATIONAL TRADING CORPORATION
P.O. BOX 30587 – 00100
NAIROBI.

Kenya National Trading Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, Persons with Disabilities, People from marginalized groups and any other Persons who meet the stated requirements are encouraged to apply.

Only successful candidates shall be contacted.

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Job Location: Nairobi
Reporting to: Global Sales Director

The Role:
This is a senior role which will design and drive sales and distribution strategies to support the unique combination of relevant channels in the East African market.

Responsibilities

• Establishing and managing channel partner networks for Sun King products
• Developing new business: prospecting, qualifying and closing new channel partners
• Delivery of annual revenue and unit sales targets
• Identifying key resources needed to execute the right sales and distribution strategy, including hiring and managing field sales staff, managing budgets for market activations and channel incentives to meet sales targets.
• Managing client relationships through all phases of the sales cycle
• Providing a consultative solutions-based sales process to prospects
• Conducting one-on-one and group sales and training presentations
• Managing and growing existing accounts within the territory
• Co-ordination with the head office for all technical, commercial, administrative and legal assistance.

The ideal candidate:

• Has a college/university degree and at least 8-10 years of sales and business development experience in the East African region working with channel networks.
• Has experience building and executing a sales and distribution strategy for consumer durables, renewable or FMCG products.
• Has a strong entrepreneurial streak, is innovative and has experience building market relevant sales and distribution models for new brands and/or product categories
• Has a strong record of meeting revenue targets and experience growing new business lines
• Is entrepreneurial and excited about the opportunity to creatively build effective, non-traditional sales channels in a nascent product category
• Is fluent in English and Swahili, both written and spoken
• Is passionate about his/her work and driven by Greenlight’s social mission of bringing innovative, renewable energy and life-enhancing products to African markets
• Is comfortable working independently and remotely in a lean environment
• Likes getting hands on to figure out how to grow a high-potential business
• Is a natural people-person, one that thrives off of building strong relationships both within the organization and externally
• Is willing to spend 40-50% of his/her time on the road interacting with partners, resellers and customers

We are looking for someone who is driven, passionate and excited about the opportunity to bring honest, affordable, energy to homes in Africa and Asia.  If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

Greenlight Planet offers a competitive salary, a fun, supportive work environment and opportunities for continued professional growth within a fast-growing global enterprise.

Greenlight Planet believes in equal opportunity for all people, everywhere. It is the reason we exist! So, regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, HIV/Aids status, disability or any other protected characteristic as established by law, we will accept your application and make a decision based on your suitability for the position.

How To Apply
To apply for this job please visit https://www.greenlightplanet.com/job-postings/#op-211579-east-africa-sales-leader

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Cytonn Real Estate is the development arm of Cytonn Investments  with projects under mandate in excess of Kshs 82 billion. The firm seeks to develop quality and aspirational Real Estate projects which encourage community living as we contribute towards bridging the huge housing gap in the market.

Cytonn Towers is a mixed-use development that will be located in Kilimani, Nairobi. It will comprise of three 35 floor towers and will be 150 metres high with office, residential and retail space. We are seeking an experienced and motivated sales associate to join our team and have direct impact on Cytonn Towers sales and marketing.

Responsibilities

• The sales executive will be involved in developing marketing strategies for one of our iconic development and sourcing for prospective clients
• Taking the clients through the product until the execution of the sale
• He/she shall attend and represent Cytonn in events held such as expos and sales activations
• Monitoring and analysing sales and market trends
• Identifying target markets and developing strategies to communicate with them
• Building market position of the development by locating, developing, defining, negotiating and closing business relationships with clients
• Carry out product demonstration to clients and brief them about the benefits, location, prices and payment methods
• Carry out site visits to showcase the products to the clients
• Share a daily report on the achievements, products uptake, as well as any challenges encountered
• Carry out regional marketing campaigns for the development
• Carry out any other duties as may be prescribed from time to time by your supervisor
• Responsible for being a brand ambassador for the development involved and acting professional at all times
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Requirements

• KCSE grade B+ and above
• A second class upper division degree from a reputable institution
• At least 3 years relevant sales experience in real estate and financial products
• Individuals with youthful energy and a team spirit
• Ability to meet targets
• Resourcefulness, initiative, maturity of judgement and tact
• Presentable and with good command of the English language
• Strong communication skills and ability to identify prospective clients
• Good understanding of Cytonn products and willingness to learn
• Ability to confidently explain and sell financial products and real-estate
• Excellent client service skills
• Ability to guide clients to the activation desk, hold a conversation and create interest in the product

How To Apply
Apply for this position via https://careers.cytonn.com/jobs/378

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Reporting to: Sector Manager

Role Purpose:
The incumbent will be responsible for the development and achievement of sales targets and revenue margins and this will be achieved through, Account management, Account Development and drive new sales generation.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Achieve the sales targets through acquisition of new business and maintain and grow the current customer portfolio
• Manage existing client portfolio and keep churn to allowable levels.
• Forecast and monitor sales for current and new customers and monitor the profitability for customers and propose the appropriate plans
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, Conduct joint customer meetings to drive volumes and profitability.
• Develop individual sales strategy plan, lead the sales pitch and negotiate the contractual agreements based on the set guidelines
• Develop and demonstrate a thorough understanding of the customer business
• Conduct analysis of customer, customers and sales metrics, costs and categories to inform business decisions
• Ensure the effective management of the customer account and timely problem solving
• Ensure the accuracy of the first bill as per the signed agreement
• Develop and recommend business plans in conjunction with customers and customers to drive business growth
• Act as the key interface between the customer and all relevant divisions for on boarding and ongoing interactions
• Utilize and align internal business processes and systems to execute sales and ensure operational efficiency
• Regularly engage with customer to plan and execute marketing interventions
• Facilitate communication channels on all levels to prevent breakdown in information flow
• Support the finance team in money collection and issue resolution
• Grow and develop existing customers as well as generating new business.
• Ensure the compliance to processes and procedures
• Ensure a thorough understanding of the Telkom products and services, policies and procedures to ensure a consistent delivery of sales and sales message to all customers

Academic/ Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing or Economics or any other relevant qualifications from recognized Institution.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ Experience in Marketing Management, Sales management, Relationship management in sales related field.

Professional Knowledge

• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Capacity to make recommendations & offer solutions to the client
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others

Professional Skills:

• Business acumen, strategic planning, project management, creativity, analytics, oral/written communication, matrix management, interdepartmental interaction and teamwork.
• Organizational adaptation and flexibility
• Marketing and Sales Management

This position is open to Kenyan citizens only. If you fit the required profile, please apply highlighting how your qualifications, experience and career aspirations match the requirements for this position.

Application should be sent by latest  26th  October 2017 , please provide an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including details of your current telephone contacts and names of three referees. Apply through recruitment@telkom.co.ke and ensure the job title is quoted on the subject field. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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The Position:

Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Sales representatives will be responsible for acquisition of new business within the assigned Sales locations. The position is on contract terms for a period of 12 months.

This challenging opportunity to contribute to the growth of our business will involve the following:

• Deliver set Sales targets in asset and liability for; SME, Personal Banking, Advantage, Agent banking, Mortgage, Card and Micro Finance products.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Participate in product campaigns to ensure product information is readily available to customers.
• Conduct door-to-door direct selling
• Seek customer feedback on bank products.
• Provide regular Sales reports.

Qualifications
For the above position, the successful applicants should have:

• A university degree from a recognized institution.
• Must have a minimum Mean grade of C+ in K.C.S.E with a C+ in Mathematics and English.
• Experience in sales or client relationship management will be an added advantage.
• Age 26 years and below.
• Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
• A passion and commitment to quality service performance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to meet stringent targets within defined deadlines.
• Certificate of Good Conduct.

The above positions are demanding roles for which the Bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please apply on our careers portal.

How to Apply
Apply on the careers portal: https://irecruitment.kcbbankgroup.com:8000/OA_HTML/RF.jsp?function_id=14296&resp_id=23350&resp_appl_....

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