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  • Analytics Sales Manager

    Analytics Sales Manager

    We are seeking a Technical Sales Manager passionate about data-driven decision-making to join our dedicated team. As the lead growth expert, you will focus on the acquisition of a new business for Nakala Analytics.
    As a technical sales manager, you can expect to spend a large proportion of your time executing the following tasks:

    Identifying data analytics gaps in the industry on topical issues that need addressing.
    Builds market position by locating, developing, defining, negotiating, and closing business sales.
    Creating detailed proposal documents, often as part of a formal bidding process.
    Making accurate, rapid cost calculations and providing customers with quotations
    Present and sell company products and services to current and potential clients.
    Making effective sales presentations to prospective clients.
    Preparation of weekly and monthly status reports and action plans.
    Successful promotion of the Company’s interests increases market share and grows product sales.
    Liaison and attendance of meetings with other company functions necessary to facilitate business development.

    Experience: At least 5 years.
    Requirements

    Must have a bachelor’s degree or diploma in a related field.
    Must have 3 – 5 years experience working in Sales software and/or consulting services.
    Ability to handle the technical aspects of tenders.
    Market knowledge of engineering solutions.
    Organized, self-driven, independent, motivated, focused, and goal-oriented.
    Result-oriented, consistent, and reliable.
    Flexible ability to travel

    Analytical skills

    Analytical & critical thinking: Capable of evaluating risks, processes, and data with strong analytical and critical thinking skills, in order to identify potential issues and improvements that add value for the client.
    Detailed & global visions: Ability to have strong attention to details and ability to have a global vision of a business/process.

    Communication and interpersonal skills

    Communication skills are necessary to articulate insight gained from analysis, by expressing the work done both orally and in writing, in an accurate, clear, and concise manner.
    Collaboration with the line of business clients to achieve objectives.

    Business skills

    Business knowledge: Knowledge and a keen interest in the company’s business, priorities, and industry trends.
    Technology alignment: Understanding how technology can be leveraged to solve business problems.

    Soft Skills: We are looking for people with:

    Curiosity, interest, and capacity to continuously learn.
    Initiative, autonomy, and fast integration in professional teams.
    Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity.

    Benefits
    Remuneration: Base Salary + Commission (20%).
    Available to start: Immediately
    Work Mode: Full Time & Contract
    What Nakala Offers You?

    Work directly on problems that affect people, while learning cutting edge software techniques
    Work on projects which are challenging and rewarding
    Flexible work hours
    Access to training and networking opportunities
    A chance to gain permanent employment upon achieving Nakala Sales M1

    To apply, send the following details to careers@nakala-analytics.co.ke using the job title as the subject

    Apply via :

    careers@nakala-analytics.co.ke

  • Administrative Assistant Vacancy

    Administrative Assistant Vacancy

    We are looking for a master multi-tasker with excellent communication skills and an upbeat attitude. Candidates should be able to assist management and all visitors to the company by handling office tasks, providing polite and professional assistance via phone, mail, and e-mail, making sales calls, reservations, or administrative arrangements, and generally being a helpful and positive presence in the workplace.
    To be successful as an Administrative Assistant, candidates should be professional, polite, and attentive while also being accurate. They should always be prepared and responsive, willing to meet each challenge directly. 
    Administrative Assistant Responsibilities:

    Sales related:

    Handling calls from previous or existing customers and selling to them the various products by establishing relationships and building a great rapport.
    Identifying opportunities produce leads and book appointments with the emphasis on high-quality leads.
    Telesales reaches potential clients and marketing effectively.
    Explaining the products to clients via telephone.
    Generate sales to the company.
    Be able to design and come up with new ways of bringing about sales.
    Meeting sales targets set upon by management.
    Sourcing for new clients through different means including cold calling.
    Delivering quality service to the clients.
    Selling of the company services.
    Negotiating with clients on the price.
    Maintaining business relationships with the clients.
    Submit monthly reports to management.
    Market the company products to potential clients
    Prepare marketing presentations for pitching purposes.
    Handle client inquiries promptly and report any concerns that may need further attention.

    Administrative related

    Develop, maintain and review administrative systems to achieve maximum efficiency.
    Professionally represent the company at sector networking events with customers.
    Reading, monitoring, and responding to the Managing Director’s email.
    Preparing Correspondence on behalf of the Managing Director.
    Planning and organizing meetings.
    Organizing travel and preparing complex travel itineraries
    Liaise positively and professionally with colleagues and visitors.
    Managing schedules and distribution of sales documents.
    Responsible for overseeing any supercharges and evaluating any alterations to both external and internal staff.
    Maintaining and organizing of manager’s diary and filling system.
    Drafting of speeches, articles, and briefs as per request.
    Taking of minutes.
    Facilitate meetings through scheduling briefings, arranging of refreshments, and seating as well.
    Application of work permit for expatriates.
    Taking action points and minutes.

    Administrative Assistant Requirements:

    Certificate/Diploma/Degree in a related field.
    At least 2 years of prior administrative experience in sales and admin
    Excellent computer skills, especially typing.
    Attention to detail.
    Multilingual may be preferred or required.
    Desire to be proactive and create a positive experience for others.

    Application Deadline: 30th Mar 2021.

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: careers@nakala-analytics.co.ke using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    careers@nakala-analytics.co.ke

  • B2B Sales Expert

    B2B Sales Expert

    We are seeking for B2B Sales Experts to join our dedicated team. As a growth expert, you will focus on research, prototyping, growth hacking, and acquisition of new business for Nakala Analytics.
    As a business development and growth expert, you can expect to spend most of your time executing the following tasks:

    Builds market position by locating, developing, defining, negotiating, and closing business sales.
    Creating detailed proposal documents, often as part of a formal bidding process.
    Making accurate, rapid cost calculations and providing customers with quotations
    Present and sell company products and services to clients.
    Making effective sales presentations to prospective clients.
    Successful promotion of the Company’s interests increases market share and grows product sales.
    Liaison and attendance of meetings with other company functions necessary to facilitate business development.
    Build partnerships that support business growth.

    Requirements

    Must have a bachelor’s degree or diploma in a related field.
    Must have at least 5 years of experience working in B2B Sales software and/or consulting services.
    Ability to handle the technical aspects of tenders and proposal writing.
    Market knowledge of engineering solutions.
    Organized, self-driven, independent, motivated, focused, and goal-oriented.
    Result-oriented, consistent, and reliable.
    Flexible ability to travel

    Analytical skills

    Analytical & critical thinking: Capable of evaluating risks, processes, and data with strong analytical and critical thinking skills, in order to identify potential issues and improvements that add value for the client.
    Detailed & global visions: Ability to have strong attention to details and ability to have a global vision of a business/process.

    Communication and interpersonal skills

    Communication skills are necessary to articulate insight gained from analysis, by expressing the work done both orally and in writing, in an accurate, clear, and concise manner.
    Collaboration with a line of business clients to achieve objectives.

    Business skills

    Business knowledge: Knowledge and a keen interest in the company’s business, priorities, and industry trends.
    Technology alignment: Understanding how technology can be leveraged to solve business problems.

    Soft Skills: We are looking for people with:

    Curiosity, interest, and capacity to learn continuously.
    Initiative, autonomy, and fast integration in professional teams.
    Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity.

    Probation: 3 months
    Available to start: Immediately
    Work Mode: Full Time/Contract
    Remuneration: Base and/or Commission.
    Available to start: Immediately
    Work Mode: Full Time & Part-Time
    What Nakala Offers You?

    Work directly on problems that affect people, while learning cutting edge software techniques
    Work on projects which are challenging and rewarding
    Flexible work hours
    Access to training and networking opportunities
    A chance to gain permanent employment upon achieving Nakala Sales M1

    Apply via :

    recruit.zoho.com

  • Python Backend Software Engineer

    Python Backend Software Engineer

    Job Details

    Coordinating with teams to determine application requirements
    Writing scalable code using Python programming language.
    Testing and debugging applications.
    Optimizing components for maximum performance across a vast array of web-capable devices and browsers.
    Developing back-end components and integrating user-facing elements using server-side logic.
    Complete ad-hoc report requests from business stakeholders when called upon
    Collaborate with team members using proven development processes (Agile/SCRUM).

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • B2B Service Sales Specialist

    B2B Service Sales Specialist

    Responsibilities

    Generating and closing deals.
    Make calls, send emails, update records and attend meetings
    Maintaining client relationships
    Negotiating and closing contracts with prospective clients
    Helping determine pricing schedules for quotes and negotiations
    Provide input on customer briefs, presentations, and sales literature
    Help develop client relationships and retain existing accounts
    Assist in evaluating new sponsorship opportunities
    Learn and apply sales techniques.
    Identify, build and support direct and indirect revenue potential relationship

    Requirements for the Sales Internship

    Superb interpersonal skills including the ability to quickly build rapport with clients
    Understanding of the sales process and dynamics
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    A Diploma in Sales, Marketing, Economics, Business or related field

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Python Flask Software Engineer Graduate Intern (Remote)

    Python Flask Software Engineer Graduate Intern (Remote)

    About the job

    Coordinating with teams to determine application requirements
    Writing scalable code using Python programming language.
    Testing and debugging applications.
    Optimizing components for maximum performance across a vast array of web-capable devices and browsers.
    Developing back-end components and integrating user-facing elements using server-side logic.
    Complete ad-hoc report requests from business stakeholders when called upon
    Collaborate with team members using proven development processes (Agile/SCRUM).

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Graduate Trainees – Software Engineering (Django, React & ML)

    Graduate Trainees – Software Engineering (Django, React & ML)

    Nakala is seeking to add 2 young enthusiastic starters (back end & front end software engineers) under the graduate trainee program. This program runs for a period of between 3-12 months with a possibility of extension.
    The ideal candidate(s) has experience/excited about the following:
    Responsibilities

    Developing new user-facing features using React.JS
    Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use (experience with micro-frontends)
    Creating and translating designs and wire frames into high quality code
    Optimizing components for maximum performance across a vast array of web-capable devices and browsers
    Prototype front ends or back ends in Python / Node.JS and perform maintenance on existing backends when called upon.
    Ensure high quality graphic standards and brand consistency

    Qualifications

    BSc/Dip in Computer Science or related disciplines
    1+ years of cumulative relevant experience
    Front End – Demonstrable Expertise in ReactJS, JavaScript, NodeJS
    Backend – Demonstrable Expertise in Python, SQL, MongoDB, Postgres
    Patient & resilient
    Experience in a startup company

    Perks

    Remote/Office working
    Flexible hours
    Free premium data science training

    Skills

    Pandas, Python & Django for back end
    Design, React JS & Node for front end applicants
    SQL, PostgreSQL, Mongo, Pandas
    Git
    Test-Driven Development

    Apply via :

    nakala-analytics.co.ke

  • Digital Marketing & Graphic/Web Design Internships

    Digital Marketing & Graphic/Web Design Internships

    We are looking for a Digital Marketing & Graphic/Web Design Intern to assisting the business in executing her digital marketing strategy. As a Digital Marketing & Graphic/Web Design Intern, you can expect to spend most of your time doing the following
    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    Assist in designing company brand materials.
    Assist in managing and analyzing social media channels to ensure content is timely, relevant, and engaging.
    Assist in drafting, preparation and sending of weekly campaigns.
    Assist with updating the company blog.
    Ensure proper messaging is being executed online.
    Assist in identifying leaders and influencers (internal/external) and engage them in brand activities.
    Assist with website copywriting, proofing, and updating as needed.
    Support sales team as needed

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Ability to take initiative, employ good judgment, and manage projects from beginning to end
    Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
    Attention to detail
    Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
    Ability to meet deadlines
    Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
    Be available fulltime (Monday-Saturday).
    A Bachelor’s or Master’s in digital marketing, journalism, communications, media, or a similar study or equivalent work experience.
    Understands and can utilize emerging platforms, digital media, and web/social media management and measurement tools (e.g. HootSuite, Google Analytics)
    Adobe Creative Suite/Canva experience a plus
    Strong working knowledge of email marketing applications (e.g. Mailchimp. Sendgrid, hubspot etc.)

    BENEFITS

    Résumé building experience in marketing and communications, relationship management, and other aspects of community relations, marketing, and the film industry
    Great opportunity to learn cutting edge technology in marketing analytics
    Availability of monthly stipend for exceptionally good candidates.
    Opportunity to gain full time employment

    REFERENCES

    References should speak to the applicant’s sense of camaraderie, integrity, professionalism, responsibility, and flexibility.

    INTERNSHIP DATES

    6 months from the date of commencement with possibility to gain full time employment

  • Training and Events Coordinator

    Training and Events Coordinator

    Job Description

    REQUIREMENTS

    Conduct industrial needs assessments, identifying data analytics skills or knowledge gaps that need addressing.
    Planning, coordinating and organizing training programs including the venue, registration, facilitators and directing the participants to ensure excellent customer experience.
    Design and develop training programs in coordination with other stakeholders. This may include preparation of training curriculum, workshop materials, marketing material and updating online databases.
    Marketing relevant training programs, reach out to interested parties, close deals and ensuring minimum capacity registration for each session.
    Identify relevant event partners and sponsors and close meaningful relationships while at the same time maintaining the numbers.
    Build a database of workshop attendees and facilitators for future follow-ups.
    Maintain updated curriculum database and training records.
    Uphold best practices and corporate education principles for training.
    Handling many different tasks, under time and cost pressures

    QUALIFICATIONS

    BS degree or diploma in training, HR, education, marketing, public relations, communications or business studies, data analytics or related field.
    Proven work experience as a training coordinator, trainer, training facilitator, events organizer or a similar role.
    Hands on experience coordinating multiple training events in a corporate setting.
    Adequate knowledge of digital marketing.
    Ability to organize events with large groups of hands-on participants.
    Ability to execute a full training cycle from planning to evaluation.
    Excellent organizational and communication skills.
    Familiarity with any type of training software and/or knowledge database.
    Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
    Strong working knowledge of instructional design theory as well as proof of successful implementation.
    Proven track record, showing the ability to successfully complete the full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, monitor and evaluate).
    Knowledgeable about both traditional and modern job training methods and techniques
    Computer skills, including Microsoft Office proficiency.
    Exceptional organizational skills including the ability to handle multiple assignments and prioritize work.

  • Junior Data Scientist (Ml, Data Enineering & Data Visualization)

    Junior Data Scientist (Ml, Data Enineering & Data Visualization)

    Job Description

    We are seeking a Junior Data Scientist (ML, Data Enineering & Data Visualization)  to support one of our clients data science needs. As a Junior Data Scientist , you can expect to spend a large proportion of your day executing the following tasks:
    Key Responsobilities (Mandatory):

    Improving on the existing Data pipeline by integrating disparate databases.
    Maintaining & Improving the performance of Machine Learning Models written in Python & R.
    Develop data visualizations using Tableau.

    Supportive Responsobilitie:

    Look for the right design patterns, libraries, frameworks, and processes
    Develops data solutions by studying information needs; conferring with users; studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes; investigating problem areas; following the software development lifecycle.
    Determine operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development and proposed solutions.
    Document and demonstrate solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code.
    Protect operations by keeping information confidential
    Creating systems that support seamless transition between data integration, data visualization, and modelling phases of data science.

    Requirements

    3+ years of experience as a software engineer & or data engineer & or data scientist
    Sharp in Python  (Flask, Pandas, Numpy & Dask)
    Basic Understanding of tableau
    Understanding of machine learning.
    Experience coding, testing and documenting code, including all front end functionality and templating using contributed modules and developing custom modules as needed.
    Experience working in an agile environment.
    Experience building complex web systems that have been successfully delivered to customers.
    Ability to take a project from scoping requirements through actual launch of the project.
    Experience in communicating with users, other technical teams and management to collect requirements, identify tasks, provide estimates and meet production deadlines.
    Experience with professional software engineering best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing and operations.
    Experience with data integration using big data systems such as spark
    Knowledge of modern cloud infrastructure best practices

    Employment Type: Permanent, Contractual, PartTime
    Available to start: Immediately
    Analytical skills

    Analytical & critical thinking: Capable of evaluating risks, processes and data with strong analytical and critical thinking skills, in order to identify potential issues and improvements that add value for the client.
    Detailed & global visions: Ability to have strong attention to details and ability to have a global vision of a business/process.

    Communication and interpersonal skills

    Communication skills are necessary to articulate insight gained from analysis, by expressing the work done both orally and in writing, in an accurate, clear and concise manner.
    Collaboration with line of business clients to achieve objectives.

    Business skills

    Business knowledge: Knowledge and keen interest in the company’s business, priorities and industry trends.
    Technology alignment: Understanding how technology can be leveraged to solve business problems.

    Qualifications

    Qualifications: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree is required.
    Experience: Strong software engineering + database development experience.

    Soft Skills: We are looking for people with:

    Curiosity, interest and capacity to continuously learn.
    Initiative, autonomy and fast integration in professional teams.
    Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity.