Job Description
Job Purpose
We are looking for an ambitious and energetic business development officer who shall
be responsible for championing and driving initiatives to attract new clients, research
new market opportunities and oversee office operations, sales projections and
forecasting revenue, in line with projected income. The BDO will be charged with
development and implementation of approved marketing strategies to help grow
revenue.
Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
(i) Oversee the management and administration of the activities/functions of
Cooperative to meet stakeholder’s expectations.
(ii) Promote the cooperative’s products/services and enlighten its visibility.
(iii) Conduct research to identify new markets and customer needs
(iv) Develop long term and short-term plans for marketing and achieve agreed
targets.
(v) Participate in development of the Cooperative’s strategic plan and ensure
implementation.
(vi) Work with identified suppliers for delivery of quality goods, works and
services
(vii) Manage customer relationship to improve the Cooperative’s image and
customer satisfaction.
(viii) Ensure effective communication and flow of information with both internal
and external stakeholders.
(ix) Identify and prioritize the Cooperative’s marketing needs.
(x) Schedule marketing activities of The Co-operative in order to achieve set
plans.
(xi) Analyze the market data, trends and actual results against plan.
(xii) Co-ordinate, implement and evaluate business plans encompassing all
aspects of housing/land trading.
(xiii) Prepare and maintain up to date records of the Cooperative, including
budget estimates, expenditures, revenues and statements.
Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:
i. Problem solving, analytical, leadership, decision-making, integrity,
organization and planning skills.
ii. A good team player, maintains high work standards, reliable, easily adapts to
new environments, pays attention to detail and self-motivated.
iii. Ability to work with minimal guidance, proactive, and can handle adhoc
assignments.
iv. Strong communication skills and IT proficiency.
v. Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task.
Qualification (Education, Experience, Knowledge and skills)
i. Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management/Business Administration/
Commerce/Marketing or related field.
ii. Minimum of 2 years’ Experience in related field.
iii. A member of a professional body as an added advantage
iv. Knowledge and experience in real estate sales as an added advantage