Business Development Agents Internship

<p><strong>Zeraki</strong> is urgently seeking versatile and tenacious individuals to join as <strong>Business Development Agents</strong> across the vibrant regions of Machakos, Embu, Nairobi, and Kiambu in this dynamic <strong>Entry-level</strong> opportunity. This role is perfectly suited for ambitious young Kenyan professionals passionate about leveraging technology to revolutionize African education. If you possess resilience, excellent relational skills, and a strong desire to drive tangible impact under minimal supervision, step forward to help cultivate widespread educational transformation with our innovative platform.</p> <h4>About the Role</h4> <p>We’re looking for smart, driven, and gritty individuals to sell educational technology products to schools in Kenya. The job will involve onboarding new customers, supporting existing customers and gathering feedback to inform strategies for high customer satisfaction, sustaining Zeraki’s dominance as the leading Edtech brand in Africa.</p> <p>If you’re passionate about transforming education in Africa and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you.</p> <h4>Requirements</h4> <p>You’re a great fit if you have:</p> <ul> <li>A passion for education and EdTech.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships with schools.</li> <li>A self-starter with a drive to succeed and exceed targets. You will need to work long hours, nights, or weekends.</li> <li>Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.</li> <li>Grit: Not every lead will be a sale. You should be able to bounce back if you lose a sale.</li> <li>No prior experience required, but any sales, marketing, or customer service experience will be advantageous.</li> </ul> <h4>What we offer</h4> <ul> <li>A steppingstone into the exciting world of EdTech sales, with ample growth opportunities.</li> <li>A chance to contribute to a mission-driven company that’s making a real difference in education across Africa.</li> <li>A collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where your input is valued.</li> </ul> <h4>About the Company</h4> <p>Zeraki is a pioneering EdTech startup on a mission to redefine education across Africa. Our innovative technology tools are designed to make learning more accessible, effective, and engaging for parents, teachers, and students alike. At the heart of Zeraki is a deep-rooted passion for harnessing the power of education to unlock the potential of the continent’s youth and drive transformative change. Zeraki proudly serves over 2.7 million users in 10 countries, establishing itself as one of Africa’s leading EdTech companies.</p> <p><strong>Our culture</strong></p> <p>At Zeraki, our strength is rooted in our vibrant culture, driven by a shared commitment for integrity, learning, and excellence. Our environment demands the highest standards and focuses on delivering results. We hire and develop the best, manage through trust, value empathy, and practice having a backbone in all our dealings. We are a team that thrives on freedom, responsibility, and the pursuit of excellence. Joining us means being part of a community dedicated to growth, innovation, and transformation.</p> <p>Our commitment to excellence and innovation has not gone unnoticed. Zeraki was the proud recipient of the African Union Commission Innovating Education in Africa Award in 2022. Zeraki is one of three EdTech companies participating in the 2024 cohort of the EY AI SDG Accelerator and is also part of the 2024 cohort of the Microsoft Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact Program. Through these accolades and partnerships, Zeraki continues to shape the future of learning in Africa, demonstrating the transformative role of technology in education.</p>

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