Business Development Intern at Emerging Platforms

We are on the lookout for a result-oriented candidate, to join our vibrant team as a Business Development Intern. S(he) will be responsible for supporting the team with business analysis and market intelligence efforts of the Business Development (Public Sector) department.

Other responsibilities will include;

• Develop a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction
• Conduct research to identify new markets and customer needs
• Promote the company’s products/services addressing or predicting clients’ objectives
• Develop technical and financial proposals in response to prospective opportunities
• Identify and respond to public procurement EoI, RFP, and RFQ.
• Build long-term relationships with new and existing clients
• Own and develop relationship with partners, working with them to optimize and enhance our integration
• Help design, scope, and document solution specifications and functionality.
• Communicate key insights and findings to the product team
• Constantly be on the lookout for ways to improve monitoring, discover issues, and deliver better value to the customer
• Identify bid opportunities and participate in the initiation of processes, from start to finish.
• Ensure that bids are submitted on time and are reflective of the company’s standard of excellence
• Continuously source and secure public and private sector contracts for increased business opportunities.
• Prepare relevant and necessary documents needed for the award of contracts.
• Regular back-up of all bids and contract documents in the company’s google drive folder.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
Education/Certifications:

BSc/BA/HND in business administration, marketing, business analysis, or relevant field.
Required job-related competencies:

• Proven working experience as a business development executive, sales executive, or a relevant role.
• Proven sales track record
• Experience in copywriting is a plus
• Proficiency in Google Suite, MS Office, and CRM software
• Excellent command of English for both written and oral interactions.
• Good knowledge of the Information Communication Technology industry.
• Excellent presentation skills
• Communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to build rapport
• Time management and planning skills

Personal Attributes:

• Gravitas in professional and personal dealing
• Passion for Sales and Marketing
• Strategic and Innovative
• Availability
• Ability to forecast
• Good presence of emotional intelligence

Spoken Language

Fluent in Hausa
We greatly encourage qualified female candidates to apply.