Sales and Marketing Assistant

JOB GRADE
B2
REPORTING TO
Monitoring, Evaluation & Research Manager
DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM/PROJECT
Monitoring, Evaluation & Research Unit
3
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
The main purpose of this position is to contribute to the strengthening and growth of Amref Health Africa in Kenya Social Enterprises. The Sales and Marketing Assistant will be responsible for overseeing and assisting the marketing and sales activities. He/She will support enterprises in developing annual work plans, ensure achievement of the set targets, ensure documentation and tracking of records and provide professional interface with enterprises and clients.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
KEY AREA
ACTIVITIES

Marketing and Sales
Scout for business opportunities- Government tenders, Newspapers, Professional sites- Linked in, Devex, Relief web
Organise meetings with clients including and not limited National and County governments, development partners and non-governmental organizations for contracts for consultancies
Support in development of social enterprises marketing goals and objectives towards growth and prosperity
Develop marketing plan and Support the coordination of marketing activities as per marketing plan and targets
Support the organization and coordination of operations in ways that ensure maximum productivity within the department
Support in the gathering analysis and interpretation of external and internal data and write reports(Monthly, quarterly and annual reports)
Professionally represent the company in events, conferences and workshops that are relevant and as assigned.
Development of marketing and advertisement IEC materials- Brochures, videos, merchandise, branding etc
Social media marketing- Facebook, twitter Linked in
Development and Management of the Amref Consulting Blog and Website, as well as for other social enterprises and writing press releases
Administrative. Customer Service and Documentation
Manage communication with clients through email, telephones and websites
Assist in packaging and delivery of consultancy and other enterprises applications
Respond to inquiries made by clients about company products and services in a timely and friendly manner
Maintain excellent relationships and partnerships with partners/vendors/suppliers
Plan and Coordinate networking events and exhibitions for the department and organization- Workshops, conferences, meetings with stakeholders
Assists with annual budget tracking and departmental sales performance on a monthly basis.
Undertake daily administrative tasks to ensure the functionality and coordination of the department’s activities
Develop database of all clients and opportunities and ensure that business development documents used by the organization are well organized and easily auditable
Assist in financial reconciliations of marketing and sales activities within the department
Assists with reconciling purchase orders and ensures invoices are submitted to Finance.

EDUCATION

A Degree in Marketing/ Business Development/Commerce
Professional Training and/ or Knowledge in research, monitoring and evaluation and quality improvement will be an added advantage

EXPERIENCE

2 years’ experience working as a marketing personnel for a non-governmental organization dealing with health issues
Experience working for a consultancy firm or a fast-paced business environment will be an added advantage

SKILLS

Knowledge of consultancies in health research, monitoring and evaluation and quality improvement
Marketing and sales for services
Able to demonstrate strong administrative and organisational skills
Multitasking and prioritization skills
Customer service skills
Negotiation skills
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Practical computer skills and ability to adapt new technology (must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office)
Strong team work
Excellent communication skills including oral and written presentation skills
Knowledge of current Global Health Business Development theories and practise
The ability to work with the minimum of supervision
The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Excellent database management skills

COMPETENCIES

Excellent Communication Skills
Good interpersonal skills
Public Relations and networking skills
Presentation/Influencing/Negotiation skills
Self-motivation to work independently and as part of a team
A positive approach to working under pressure in a busy environment
Methodical approach to tasks and problem solving
High degree of initiative with a “can do” attitude
Honest, punctual and hardworking.