Business Development Representative

Role Summary
Our Business Development Representatives (BDR) will focus on lead generation for our account executive team.
You will evangelize Angaza by generating new business through outbound efforts and conducting initial high level conversations with executives in small to mid market accounts to fuel our growth. Once qualified, you will introduce our Account Executives for closing of the deal. By working closely with our sales team, you will identify and pursue target accounts. As part of the herd, you will contribute to the growth of our mission and company objectives of bringing life-changing products to anyone, anywhere.
 
The right candidate will thrive in this exciting and entrepreneurial role and will easily transition between strategy and execution to accommodate our rapidly expanding mid-to-large enterprise customer base. The position has the potential to grow in scope and evolve in many different directions depending on your strengths and career goals. The role is based in Nairobi and reports directly to the Head of Sales.
Responsibilities

Develop a plan to identify and pursue small to mid market accounts
Actively pursue target accounts – engage in initial high level discussion
Refine account qualification metrics
Identify and uncover latent and explicit needs of mid to large enterprise prospects
Collaborate with existing sales team and leadership to develop a process of prospect identification

Required Skills & Attributes:

Business French language proficiency is required for this position
Have world class prospecting skills (lead generation)
Have great communication skills
Are a self starter and embody an entrepreneurial attitude
Have a competitive spirit
Can collaborate and influence in a “win as a team” environment
Are resourceful and coachable
Are self aware and reflective
Want to be part of changing lives

Required Experience

1-3 years of corporate sales experience, software sales a plus.
A bachelor’s degree is encouraged.
Business proficiency in French is required.

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