Job Title: Business Development Executive

September 28, 2025 Kenya

Job Title: Business Development Executive
Company: Celcom Africa Ltd
Category/Department: Sales

Job Summary

The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, conducting market research, generating leads, closing deals, and building strong client relationships to drive revenue growth.


Minimum Qualification

Bachelors

Experience Level

Mid level

Experience Length

3 years


Job Description / Requirements

Salary Range: 50,000 – 70,000 + Commissions


Role Overview

Celcom Africa Ltd is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Executive to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, conducting market research, generating leads, closing deals, and building strong client relationships to drive revenue growth. This role requires someone with strong business acumen, sales expertise, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.


Key Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the development and execution of the company’s vision and strategy.
  • Conduct thorough market research to identify new opportunities, potential markets, and target clients.
  • Develop strategies and action plans to grow revenue and expand market presence.
  • Stay up to date with business trends, competitor activities, and industry shifts, advising management on emerging opportunities.
  • Generate leads, build a strong sales pipeline, and ensure timely closure of business deals.
  • Build and maintain healthy customer relationships by responding promptly to client queries and ensuring excellent service delivery.
  • Write persuasive, high-quality business proposals and presentations to attract and secure new customers.
  • Work with internal teams to ensure effective implementation of control systems that mitigate risks and contribute to positive audit outcomes.
  • Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless execution of client engagements and business growth initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, BIT, or Business Administration.
  • Proven track record in sales and business development, with the ability to close deals quickly.
  • Strong research, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
  • Highly results-driven, self-motivated, and adaptable.
  • Strong integrity, honesty, and professionalism in all business dealings.
  • Knowledge of digital marketing tools and strategies is an added advantage.
  • Familiarity with AI tools for data analysis and lead generation to improve efficiency and decision-making.