Sales Intern

• Deadline: Expired

Position Title: Sales Intern

Location: Nairobi Hybrid (Pesira Limited Offices)

Duration: 3 Months

Company Website: pesira.io

About Pesira Limited:

Pesira Limited is an Agri-Fintech company operating at the intersection of Finance, Commerce, and Technology. We are dedicated to digitizing Africa’s agriculture sector and driving sustainable finance for small farmers and Agri-SMEs. Through our innovative platform, we deliver tailored finance, insurance, and subsidies, enabling financial stability and economic growth for smallholder farmers. By partnering with stakeholders across the agricultural and financial ecosystem, Pesira is redefining the future of African agriculture with a commitment to sustainability and impact.

Job Overview:

The Sales Intern will assist in identifying and cultivating new sales opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and providing support throughout the sales cycle. This role will allow you to gain hands-on experience in sales, client engagement, and strategic outreach while working closely with our team to drive Pesira’s growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Prospecting and Lead Development:

• Research and identify potential clients across the agriculture and financial sectors, focusing on those who align with Pesira’s mission.
• Build and manage a pipeline of leads by initiating contact through digital channels, email, and direct outreach.
• Follow up on leads, respond to inquiries, and assist in qualifying potential clients to determine their fit with our platform.

Client Relationship Building:

• Assist the sales team in maintaining positive relationships with current clients and partners.
• Support in creating tailored communication materials, including introductory presentations and follow-up emails, to maintain strong client engagement.
• Contribute ideas for improving client engagement and assist in developing personalized strategies to strengthen relationships with high-priority leads.

Market Analysis and Insights Gathering:

• Conduct market research to gain a deep understanding of industry trends, customer needs, and competitive landscapes.

• Gather insights that will support the development of new outreach strategies and help identify high-potential clients.
• Summarize and present research findings to assist the team in aligning sales strategies with market dynamics.

Outreach Support:

• Participate in executing outreach campaigns across multiple channels, including social media and email marketing.
  Engage in online networking to expand Pesira’s reach and uncover partnership opportunities.
• Track campaign effectiveness and analyze results to identify the most effective outreach techniques.

Sales Data Tracking and Reporting:

• Collect and organize data from outreach activities to assist in evaluating sales performance.
• Prepare weekly progress reports, outlining key metrics, client engagement, and potential sales opportunities.
• Work with the sales team to develop action plans based on data insights and adjust strategies as needed.

Administrative and Documentation Support:

• Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and document outcomes from client interactions.
Assist in preparing sales proposals, presentations, and follow-up materials for potential clients and partners.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business Management, Sales, Marketing, or a related field.
  Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with an enthusiasm for engaging new clients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and comfort with social media platforms for professional use.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently in a dynamic environment.
• Interest in sustainable finance, agricultural development, and technology-driven solutions for smallholder farmers.
• An understanding of sales and market research principles is a plus.

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop foundational skills in lead generation, client engagement, and relationship management.
• Gain insights into the agricultural and fintech industries, supporting a mission-driven company’s