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Digital Accounts Manager
Job Description
Africa118 is looking for a Digital Account Managers for the 6 markets where the Digital Launchpad Project will be implemented; Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Ghana.
They will be based in these respective markets.
The person should be self-motivated, team-oriented with strong leadership skills, and able to handle changing priorities with ease to be part of the Digital Launchpad Project. You must be comfortable interfacing with other colleagues, other departments, and the client.
This position requires a candidate who can perform multiple tasks at one time with a keen eye to detail. You must be proactive and have the ability to both take direction from supervisors as well as give direction to others internally and to the client. Africa118 is an exciting and growing digital company looking for individuals who have that go-getter attitude.
We are looking for the following qualities in a candidate:
Assist in recruiting the right SMEs - Manage, coordinate, and lead Africa118’s resources and team in order to meet clients’ needs.
- Serve as the liaison between Africa118 and the client to ensure client goals and expectations are achieved
- Assist in the development of strategies and implementation of Africa118’s digital marketing services for our clients.
- Analyze the effectiveness of digital campaigns
- Attend and participate in all status meetings, client meetings, pitches, and client calls.
- Participate in digital marketing planning and execution of tactical aspects of Africa118 services.
- Oversee client projects and activities, ensuring deadlines and expectations are met.
- Investigate and determine SME wants and needs
- Build long-term relationships with SMEs
- Set up a list of KPIs to track for each SME
- Prepare and present reports on SME progress
- Able to run social media campaigns.
- Google for Education
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in a similar position.
- University Degree/Diploma in Marketing/Business or equivalent (Preferred)
- Digital/Ad Agency or Technology Consulting Services experience (Preferred)
- Great presentation (pitching) and proposal writing skills.
- Understanding of digital marketing platforms, and social media (including marketing opportunities available on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube) as well as other digital and traditional marketing channels.
How to Apply
If you think that you have that special talent we may be looking for, kindly send us your CV and Cover Letter indicating your country on [email protected] with the subject line ‘Digital Account Manager – Digital Launchpad Project’
Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
The position will be filled on a rolling basis.
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Digital Sales
Executives
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Description
Digital Sales
Executive is directly responsible for generating revenue through strategic
selling of our digital solutions and manage customer relationships. Highlight
potential customers and prepare compelling presentations and product
demonstrations incorporating the features of the product
Role / Purpose
- Drive
the revenue growth of our Digital Marketing Services by meeting or exceeding
sales targets
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Identify
decision makers to assist in closing/winning new business
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Grow
our customer base through prospecting, account development and cold calling
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Network
to quickly build relationships and capitalize on client needs
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Create
and maintain ongoing sales pipeline with complete information captured on the
CRM
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Work
with the internal Marketing team to engage specific targets and prospects
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Participate
in marketing events, trade shows and Groove events to network and find new
business opportunities
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Create
a marketing pitch and be able to discuss our full service and value offerings
Skills Needed
- Passion
for sales and marketing
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A
proven track record of outside sales expertise (2 years’ experience) in
marketing (SEO, SEM, Paid Media, Video, branding, software etc.)
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A
high level of self-motivation and drive for success
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The
self – confidence to successfully interact with a wide range of client types
and levels, from individual entrepreneurs to C-level management
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Exceptional
organizational and time management skills
- Degree/ diploma in Sales, Marketing, IT or a related field
How to Apply
If you think you have the right skills we are looking for, kindly send your CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] with the subject line “Digital Sales Executive”