Sales & Marketing Executive Careers - Marie Stopes International

Job Title:  Sales & Marketing Executive

Organization: Marie Stopes International

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About MSI:

Marie Stopes International exists to bring quality family planning and reproductive healthcare to the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people. We’ve been delivering family planning, safe abortion, and maternal health services for over 35 years. Millions of women worldwide turn to us for help each year, whether in limiting the size of their families, or avoiding dangerous complications in pregnancy or unsafe abortion.

Job Summary: The Sales & Marketing Executive will be responsible for achieving an agreed revenue target or sales quota by identifying and gaining business from new and existing clients and ensure that the customer has complete satisfaction when dealing with MSU. In this position there is generally a higher emphasis on serving and building relationships with existing customers (80%) with little cold calling / finding new business (20%).

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

1. Achieve Sales Targets:

• Achieve a minimum of 300,000 condom sales per month
• Ensure collage of minimum 55 calls per day
• Ensure 70% productivity for the daily calls made
• Identify potential clients and build a rich prospect base of would-be buyers who have the resources and the desire to purchase MSU products so as to ensure that achieved sales meet set targets for the week, the month and the quarter.
• Mentor and train clients and traders on the use of MSI-Uganda’s products.
• Actively distribute Point of Purchase Materials to various vendors.
• Implements promotional programmes as made by the Sales Manager and Marketing Manager.
• Maintains customer relations through courtesy calls and other after sales services.
• Understanding the customer's objectives, buying criteria and decision making processes and forming long term business partnerships in order to leverage revenue from the relationship and promote the organisation as a quality supplier with the aim of achieving "preferred" supplier status.
• Carrying out product demonstrations (where applicable) and coordinating the preparation of sales proposals, tenders/bids, contracts and account management plans.
• Works in liaison with the new and existing clients to determine their present and future needs and proposing suitable products, services and upgrades in order to maintain and grow revenue for the organization.

2. Data Management:

• Accurately collect data and monitor competitor activities.
• Responsible for the implementation of the retail data collection process within the trade.
• Assess outlets against set guidelines and evaluate their needs and performance.
• Gathers information relating to market performance of MSI-Uganda products against competitive products, including consumers and traders perception and attitudes, consolidates the findings and submits a report to the National Sales and Marketing Manager

3. Sales Administration:

• Develop and implement monthly planner for coverage
• Compile and submit a daily call report
• Carry out and submit weekly business review report
• Compile and submit monthly sales report, volume and narrative
• Compile and submit weekly competitor trade activity report

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:  

• The ideal candidate should preferably hold a College Diploma in Commerce or in Business Administration with a Specialisation in Marketing.
• At least four (4) years’ post qualification experience in Selling and Marketing fast moving consumer goods.
• Attended prior training in Professional Selling Skills and inCustomer Care
• Hard working and persuasive
• Quick decision making and highly intelligent
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Keen interest in sales
• Excellent communication skills
• Enjoy travelling and outdoor work

How to Apply:

All candidates who wish to join Marie Stopes are strongly encouraged to send an updated CV and cover letter by email to jobs@mariestopes.or.ug

NB: Please do not attach transcripts

Deadline: 9^th April, 2015 by 5pm

Uwezo Business Devt Manager Jobs Kenya

Marketing Jobs Kenya
Business Development Manager

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the person will be responsible for the business development and execution of Uwezo Microfinance Banks business strategy.

As a business development manager, this position will be responsible for building up a business through gaining new customers and accounts.

Key Responsibilities:
Deposit Mobilization: Mobilize deposits to match and exceed the loan book.
Create, Implement and manage the Sacco brand strategy.
Create awareness on new and existing products.
Product development and review.
Co-ordinate and oversee the development of Microfinance Bank’s income generating services.
Identify, explore and develop appropriate new business opportunities for the Sacco – in both income generating and service provision areas.
Preparing proposals and presentations, writing reports, providing management with market feedback.
Ensure high level of customer service to ensure members loyalty and retention.
Spearhead business development initiatives that are consistent with the Microfinance Bank’s overall strategy.
Revenue generation and strategic partnerships development and management.
Build and manage a business development team.
Communicating new product developments to prospective clients
Overseeing the development of marketing literature

Requirements
Competencies
Strong Marketing Skills,
Strong communication and Negotiation skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Planning and organizational skills.
Good presentation skills.
Excellent sales and marketing skills.
High initiative and ability to work independently with minimum supervision,
A person of high integrity and ethical behavior is a key requirement,

Qualifications
University Degree in Business Management specializing in Marketing. MBA will be an added advantage.
At least 3 years’ experience in a management position.
Experience in sales and marketing will be an added advantage.
Computer skills (Ms Word, Excel);

How to Apply
If you are an innovative and results oriented individual, looking for a challenging career and you have met the above requirements, please send your application letter, detailed C.V, together with copies of your relevant academic /professional testimonials and three referees, stating your current and expected remuneration by close of business on 17th May 2014 to :-

E-mail: hr@uwezodtm.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Uwezo Microfinance Bank is an equal opportunity employer.

Product Associate Jobs in Kenya

Marketing Jobs in Kenya
Product Associate

Description
Mobius Motors designs, manufactures, and sells highly durable, highly affordable vehicles for Africa’s mass market. Our vehicles create a transport platform that empowers local entrepreneurs to run profitable transportation services to end-users in their communities.

We are seeking to hire an exceptional mid-career professional interested in a truly unique entrepreneurial opportunity to create impact on a global scale. The successful candidate will be responsible for the defining, prioritising and executing product innovationfor Mobius vehicles and reviewing product line expansions and growth / diversification plans.

The role will require a close working relationship with the Marketing Director, Technical and Operations Teams.

Key responsibilities
Product Development
Assist in defining product vision in liaison with the Marketing and Technicalteams.
Work closely with the Technical team to provide human centred design inputs in the development of prototype products.
Liaise with Quality team to provide product development feedback and improve overall quality of the vehicle, within clear cost targets.
Support Marketing Director to conceive, develop and launch new products.
Support development of advertising, public relations and all marketing communications relevant product specifications and performance.
Monitor and evaluate customer satisfaction from existing products and provide structured feedback to Technical and Marketing teams for on-going support and development.
Participate in cross-functional teams to execute product development plan.
Monitor, anticipate and assess market, client, competitor and regulatory trends to drive product strategy and identify opportunities for new product innovation.
Support development of new product business cases, including assembling fact-based arguments and developing compelling presentations to senior management.
Conduct primary, secondary research and competitive analyses, including product performance, competitor response and market positioning.

Qualifications

• An ideal candidate should have a track record of academic and professional achievement and demonstrate a strong business acumen and passion for Mobius’s business.
• He or sheshould combine expertise in marketing, product development, finance,and analytics with exceptional communication, interpersonal and leadership skills as well as on-the-ground pragmatism and patience necessaryto manage ambiguities involved with an early-stage venture in a developing country.
• Most of all, they should demonstrate integrity and accountability.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in businesssubject with 3.4 GPA or higher from a top university worldwide.
• A master’s degree will be an added advantage
• Minimum 3years’ experience in sales, marketing,product development, management consulting, or other similar roles for top tier companies
• Exceptional leadership and clear sense of direction
• Detail oriented and capable of delivering high quality outputs
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong rapport with others as well as the ability to influence
• Ability to effectively communicate timelines and project progress with both internal and external management teams
• A start-up personality; entrepreneurial,ambitious,independent, detail oriented,proactive,flexible, and resilient
• Excellent problem solving and analytical ability in cross-functional and multi-cultural environment; able to define problems, collect relevant data, extract meaning and draw valid conclusions
• A good sense of humour and an appreciation for different cultures
• Proven ability to work with senior management team to develop and implement company strategy
• Experience in managing budgets effectively, financial reporting, and setting up effective metrics and business processes
• Comfort with extensive domestic and regional travel when needed
• A fair level of technical expertise in automobile industry
• Desired
• Masters degree (or higher) in Business Administration (MBA), Marketing, Engineering, Business or similar
• 4+ years related experience inproduct development, market research or public relations
• Passion for the automotive industry and social enterprise in Africa
• Fluency in Kiswahili (the national language of Kenya)

Please post your application on http://www.mobiusmotors.com/join-us/or send an email torecruiting@mobiusmotors.com

Group Marketing Manager Job in Mombasa Kenya (KShs 250K)

Job Title: Group Marketing Manager

Department: Marketing
 

Supervised by: The CEO

The incumbent must have experience in similar capacity with an firm dealing with FMCG

A specialized & strong distribution house spanning its reach throughout the East African countries and also present in southern and Western India dealing in consumer goods

Salary: 250,000
 

Location: Mombasa

Role Objective: Develop, establish and maintain marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives including effective management of the marketing, advertising and promotional activities of the group.

Duties and Responsibilities

·         Responsible for management and coordination of marketing, advertising, PR and promotional activities within the Group

·         Responsible for the conduct of market research to determine market requirements for existing and future clients

·         Responsible for analysis of customer research, current market conditions and competitor information

·         Develop, coordinate and implement marketing plans and projects within the group for new and existing products in consultation with respective GM’s

·         Monitor, review and report on all marketing activities and results

·         Ensure delivery of marketing activities within agreed budget and positive ROI in all marketing activities

·         Responsible for group social media accounts management with focus being on creating effective visibility, interaction and increase in sales

·         Strategize on the different marketing research and management tools for lead generation

·         Assist in formulation and execution of sales policies

·         Responsible for marketing division KPIs

·         Must prepare the following reports;

1.     Monthly progress report

2.     Quarterly development report

Indicators of Good Performance:

·         Increased market share

·         Success in strategies

·         Target achieved by sales team

Skills Set Needed

·         Marketing or business related degree or equivalent professional qualification plus 3 to 5 years relevant experience within a commercial setting, 2 of which should be regional (several countries)

·         Experience in all aspects of developing and maintaining marketing strategies plus proven experience in customer and market research

·         Extensive consumer goods marketing experience. Exposure to food service industry a plus

·         Experience in managing corporate social media accounts

·         Have well established networks across the region plus experience in managing large marketing budgets

·         Excellent written/verbal communication and formal presentation skills

·         Excellent organization, planning, problem analysis and problem-solving skills

·         A good team player/leader, persuasive, adaptable, innovative, creative, cost/ROI conscious and excellent in execution

·         Working with International brands is a definite advantage

Application:

Only those who meet the minimum requirements stated need apply.

E-mail application

·         Their Detailed CVs,

·         Indicating Your Availability

·         Expected Salary

On the Subject line clearly indicate “GROUP MARKETING MANAGER”.

E-mail to: philip@dafinaconsultants.com

Senior Marketing Officer Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Senior Marketing Officer

Job Code: SMO/D/140318
Number Of Positions Open:1

Location:  Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date:  Open Until Filled

Summary:
Our client is recruiting a Senior Marketing Officer a leading learning institution

Job Objective

The Senior Marketing Officer will develop and implement marketing strategies to ensure that student enrolment targets are met; must demonstrate proven ability to identify business opportunities and deliver effective strategies to generate results.

Primary Responsibilities:

·         Develop marketing strategies in alignment with the Institutions goals, objectives and targets, and provide overall supervision of the implementation process.

·         Actively seek opportunities for and develop new business opportunities resulting in the enrolment and retention of students, e.g. collaborations with KEPSHA, KPSA, KSSHA, UNESCO etc.

·         Develop, supervise, coach and mentor the marketing team.

·         Work collaboratively with a diverse staff team to create and manage inter-departmental, integrated marketing strategies.

·         In conjunction with Deans of Schools and other staff, provide writing and editing support for all outbound communication including all promotional materials, website content, social-media content, fliers, brochures, etc.

·         Coordinate press releases, advertisement and public relations events and provide updates to the Directors, Management, Students and the public.

·         Act as the primary media liaison and any external/internal communication for the University.

·         Represent the marketing department in high profile meetings both internally and externally

·         Compile reports and disseminate to various stakeholders within the organization.

·         Oversee the administrative operations of the marketing department ensuring that the team is getting appropriate support

·         Take lead in the identification and implementation of the Corporate Social Responsibility activities

Experience:

·         Five (5) years relevant experience in Marketing or Business Development

Skills and Certification:

·         Bachelors Degree in Marketing or related field

·         An advanced degree in a relevant discipline will be an added advantage

·         Demonstrated leadership, team building and supervisory skills

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·         Good IT skills and application of various technologies

·         Proven track record in building student enrollment numbers

·         Strong organizational skills and work ethic with keen attention to detail

·         Ability to work under pressure in a demanding environment and meet deadlines

·         Membership of a relevant professional body

·         Willing and able to travel when and if required to do so.

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by clicking on: Senior Marketing Officer

Marketing Jobs. College Commercial Manager

Marketing Jobs in Kenya 2014. 
Commercial Manager – Hospitality Institution

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• To develop, promote and sell a range of quality short-term/long-term hospitality training programs, and other commercial courses to generate income for the institute.
• Project manage identified training contracts and activities to ensure all agreed outputs/outcomes are delivered within time and to budget, that reporting requirements are met, that suitable trainers have been deployed.
• Work with Institute’s Principal, Dean of Studies and identified external partners to develop new demand driven short-term courses in hospitality.
• Lead on developing and delivering industrial attachment partnerships including marketing, employer engagement, learning mechanisms, provision of quality assessment requirements, contract management to ensure the successful completion of learners and undertake evaluation.
• Working with the Board and Chief Executive to develop a commercial strategy for the organization
• Lead and manage the sales team to deliver the sales turnover as per the strategic plan
• Relationship management including regular liaison, provision of information, updating the website, development of an e-newsletter etc.
• Liaising with the Marketing Manager on branding design, production and approval
• Develop robust evaluation methodology and review techniques to monitor academic programs/products, quantify success and identify areas for improvement
• Lead and contribute to the development, implementation and monitoring of Institute plans and policies in line with the institute’s strategic plan.
• Work with the Board and Group CEO to set the income target for the year
• Manage the expenditure of the commercial budget across the year
• To undertake such other duties as the Board may, from time to time, determine in consultation with the post holder to ensure the continued existence, viability and progress of the Institute.

Professional  Academic Qualification

• A Degree in a business related field from a recognized institution
• A master’s degree in marketing will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a busy sales environment and at least 2 years as a business development manager in the education industry
• Track record of achievements in previous engagements

Special Skills

• Integrity
• Strong business acumen
• Excellent interpersonal  communication skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of the rules governing higher education
• Good leadership skills
• Good business acumen

If you feel you fit the above role, please send your Cv to jobs@alternatedoors.co.ke

Marketing Jobs in Kenya 2014.

 
Field Marketing Officer (2)

About us
Westkenyaproperties.com is a real estate management company with the view of providing leading and professional to the real estate sector through providing of agency, consultation and management services. We are stationed in Kisumu but serve the entire Western region of Kenya.

Westkenyaproperties.com is looking for Field Marketing Officer.

The Field Marketing Officer will be based in Kisumu and in Vihiga and the main role will be;

• Research and locate properties up for sales in the estates of Kisumu
• and Vihiga counties, especially those locally in urban centres.
• Establish communication with property owners
• Secure agreement with property owners for sale of their properties
• Establish linkages with partner institutions interested in real estateinvestment
• Promote properties on sales online and locally
• Develop marketing campaigns for the available properties

Location
The work station will be in Kisumu and Mbale with lot of field visits

Remuneration
The remuneration is PERFORMANCE BASED with a monthly pay starting of Ksh.20, 000 plus 3.5% commission.

Qualification;

• Diploma in sales and marketing or Business management or Business administration. Degree in marketing, public relations, sales, business administration or related field is a big plus.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills and internet.
• Any marketing experience of at least 6 months is added advantage.
• Experience in real estate lead generation is A BIG PLUS!!

Additional Requirements
You must be ready to go to the fields morning hours and report in the office after lunch.
Must be creative, intelligent and quick thinker.

Application Criteria
All applications must be sent through email to info@westkenyaproperties.com and addressed to;

The Manager
West Kenya Properties
Box 3110 Kisumu 40100
Tel: +254 57 2021501
Deadline for submission: 26th March 2014.