Zonal Business Development Executive at the Nigerian College of Agribusiness (NCA)

The Nigerian College of Agribusiness provides specialized education that drives improved productivity and performance in the agricultural sector in Africa. Established in 2020 and approved by the National Board for Technical Education, NCA is pioneering action learning for the acceleration of skills development in commercial agricultural production, innovative food processing, agribusiness trade and development leadership, NCA is pioneering action learning for the acceleration of skills development in commercial agricultural production, innovative food processing, agribusiness trade and development leadership.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Zonal Business Development Executive

Location: Nigeria

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and develop sales strategies for assigned territories or regions.
• Provide basic customer support, resolve client’s issues by building and maintaining relationships with existing and potential customers.
• Stay up-to-date on new trends, market demand and identify/pursue new business opportunities.
• Write proposals for grants, conduct face-to-face sales meetings with customers and prospects.
• Manage sales transactions and report sales performance.
• Visitation of local government offices, participate in trade shows, conferences, and industry events.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitors, and market conditions

Required Qualifications

• B.Sc or HND in Marketing, Business Administration, Business Development or any other related field
• Minimum of 2 years proven experience in service marketing
• Proven experience in marketing training programs/products is an added advantage
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and growing sales revenue.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Results-driven, target-oriented, Self-motivated and disciplined.
• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills
• Proven experience in writing proposals for grants
• Competency in Microsoft word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently and in a team

Application Closing Date
17th July, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: [email protected] using the position as subject of email.