Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Trainee Marketing and Sales Officer that has arisen within a microfinance institution. The position is based in Harare.

Duties and Responsibilities

The main responsibility of this role is business development in addition to the following;
▪ The incumbent is expected to develop marketing strategies, plans and drive sales to meet production targets.
▪ Social media and digital marketing management.
▪ Create content for social media platforms, newsletter and all other publication materials and ensuring they remain up to date and relevant.
▪ Communicate a thorough understanding of different loan programs and disclosing costs to help prospective clients make a decision.
▪ Conducting research and identify trends and new business opportunities for the company.
▪ Build and maintain the company’s brand image
▪ Conducting advertising campaigns and promotional events
▪ Provide management portfolio trend analysis on a regular basis
▪ Develop and maintain good rapport with other staff and clients.
▪ Any other duties as maybe assigned from time to time by superiors

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
6 ‘Level passes including English Language and Mathematics and at least 3 ‘A’ level passes
A bachelor’s degree in Marketing
A professional certificate/qualification in digital marketing will be an added advantage
Must be a recent graduate (at most 2 years)
Experience within a credit and or risk management environment is an added advantage
Clean class 4 driver’s license
Strong communication and analytical skills

How to Apply

Applications including detailed CVs and proof of qualifications must be emailed to [email protected] clearly marked ‘Trainee MARKETING Officer’ in the subject line not later than 25 Jan 2024.