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Business Development Associate – Kakamega at Zeraki

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Location: Kakamega, Kenya
Job Type: Full-Time
Gross Salary: KES 35,000 - 45,000 plus commissions
Workspace: Kakamega

About the Role

Zeraki is seeking smart, driven, and resilient individuals for the role of Business Development Associate in Kakamega to sell educational technology products to schools. This role will focus on onboarding new customers, supporting existing ones, and gathering valuable feedback to ensure high customer satisfaction while maintaining Zeraki’s leadership position as the top EdTech brand in Africa.

If you're passionate about revolutionizing education in Africa and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive sales of Zeraki’s educational technology products to schools in Kakamega.

  • Onboard new customers and provide ongoing support to existing customers.

  • Gather customer feedback to improve service satisfaction and retention strategies.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Passion for education and the EdTech sector.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships with schools.

  • A self-starter with the drive to exceed sales targets.

  • Willingness to work long hours, including nights and weekends, if necessary.

  • Ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

  • Grit and resilience to overcome challenges, especially when a sale does not go through.

  • No prior experience required, but any experience in sales, marketing, or customer service will be beneficial.

What We Offer

  • Career Development: A steppingstone into the EdTech sales industry with plenty of opportunities for growth.

  • Meaningful Impact: Play an active role in transforming education across Africa with Zeraki’s mission-driven approach.

  • Collaborative Culture: Work in a dynamic and inclusive environment where your input is valued and recognized.

Our Culture

At Zeraki, we are committed to:

  • Integrity: Upholding the highest standards in everything we do.

  • Excellence: Delivering results and fostering a culture of innovation.

  • Learning: Continuous growth and development within a supportive environment.

  • Trust: A work culture built on autonomy, empathy, and responsibility.
    Joining Zeraki means being part of a vibrant community focused on growth, innovation, and transformation.

About Zeraki

Zeraki is a pioneering EdTech startup with a mission to redefine education across Africa. Our innovative technology tools aim to make learning more accessible, effective, and engaging for students, teachers, and parents. Zeraki proudly serves over 2.7 million users across 10 countries, positioning itself as one of Africa’s leading EdTech companies.

Awards & Recognitions:

  • African Union Commission Innovating Education in Africa Award (2022)

  • 2024 EY AI SDG Accelerator participant

  • 2024 Microsoft Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact Program member

Zeraki’s commitment to excellence and innovation showcases the transformative role of technology in education and empowers the next generation of leaders across Africa.

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Zeraki

Brookside Grove, Nairobi

Zeraki is a Kenyan education technology company dedicated to enhancing the quality of education through innovative digital solutions. Founded in 2014, Zeraki focuses on addressing challenges in the education sector by leveraging technology to improve access and efficiency.

The company offers a suite of products, including school management solutions that streamline administrative tasks, manage fees, and provide analytics to support effective decision-making in educational institutions. Zeraki is passionate about using technology to overcome obstacles students face in accessing quality education.

By focusing on the unique needs of African educational institutions, Zeraki aims to bridge gaps in the education system and empower schools to deliver better learning experiences. With a commitment to innovation and a deep understanding of the local education landscape, Zeraki continues to develop tools that facilitate effective teaching, learning, and school management across the continent.