Business Development Executive- Events & Production

Business Development Executive- Events & Production

Job Type Full Time , Onsite Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Diploma Experience 2 - 3 years Location Nairobi Job Field Marketing and Communication Salary Range KSh 30,000 - KSh 50,000/month Our client, CIO Africa Ltd, is looking for a driven and results-oriented Sales Manager to join their dynamic team. CIO Africa is a leading technology content and insights platform serving senior technology professionals across Africa. Through its publication, online portal, and high-impact industry events, the company delivers the latest trends, insights, and thought leadership shaping the future of technology on the continent.

Salary: KES 40,000 Net

• Are you a natural salesperson who knows how to open doors, build relationships and turn conversations into business?
• We are looking for a Business Development Executive to help us grow our events and production business by bringing in new corporate clients and exciting projects.

What you’ll be doing

• Find and bring in new business from corporates, agencies, NGOs and other organisations.
• Build relationships with key decision-makers and turn leads into paying clients.
• Sell our events, production, studio, AV, livestreaming and technical services.
• Meet clients, understand what they need and work with our team to put together the right solution.
• Prepare proposals and quotations and follow up until the deal is closed.
• Grow existing client relationships and identify opportunities for repeat business.
• Maintain a healthy sales pipeline and work towards agreed sales targets.

What we’re looking for

We want someone who is confident, proactive and hungry to make sales.

You should have:

• 2–3 years' experience in sales, business development, client acquisition or account management.
• Experience in events, production, media, advertising, hospitality or experiential marketing will be an advantage.
• A proven ability to prospect, meet clients, pitch, negotiate and close business.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence dealing with corporate clients and decision-makers.
• Good follow-up skills and the ability to work independently and meet targets.
• A Diploma or Degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Events, Hospitality or a related field is preferred.

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