K De Igratium International (KDII) is a women-owned social enterprise focused on empowering youth and women in refugee and underserved communities within Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs). The organization is seeking to recruit a Sales & Marketing Officer to lead and grow their sales revenue and expand their market access for the community produced goods.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement sales strategies to grow revenue from KDII products (e.g. garments, reusable menstrual products, beadwork, handicrafts).
Identify and develop new markets including corporate buyers, NGOs, humanitarian, government agencies, schools, retail outlets, exporters, and online platforms.
Develop compelling proposals, business cases, and pitches tailored to various stakeholders.
Strengthen KDII's brand visibility and products through digital marketing, social media, storytelling, exhibitions, trade fairs, and partnerships.
Build strategic partnerships with corporates, development partners, donors, retail chains, and e-commerce platforms.
Conduct market research to identify trends, customer needs, and new markets.
Provide input into product design, quality improvement, and packaging based on market feedback.
Prepare monthly and quarterly sales and marketing reports.
Qualifications & Experience
Diploma in Marketing, Business Administration, Sales, Entrepreneurship, or a related field.
At least 4 years' experience in sales and marketing, preferably within textiles or handicrafts
Strong sales negotiation and relationship management skills
Excellent communication, proposal writing, and presentation skills
Demonstrated experience in digital marketing and social media management
Experience working with community-based models is highly desirable.
Willingness to relocate to Kakuma with frequent travels to Nairobi