Equity Bank Job Kenya Agri-Business Relationship Officers - Marketing

EquityBank is one of the regions leading Banks whose purpose is to transform thelives and livelihoods of the people of Africa socially and economically byavailing them modern, inclusive financial services that maximize theiropportunities.

With a strong footprint in Kenya, Uganda, Southern Sudan and soon to startoperations in Rwanda and Tanzania, Equity Bank is now home to more than 6.5million customers, the largest customer base in the Eastern African region.

Currently the Bank is seeking additional talent to serve in the role outlined below:

Agri-Business Relationship Officers - Marketing

The Position

Reporting to the General Manager Agri-business the role holder will beresponsible for the promotion of our Agri-business products and servicesthrough our branch network.

Key Responsibilities

Promotion of agri-business products and services in all agri-business valuechains.
Identifying agri-business customer needs, building and maintainingrelationships with the players in the agri-business sector and advising on thebest products and services for such relationships.
Harnessing of agricultural information from relevant agri-business databases;research centers and organizations including analysis of the agri-businesstrends and translate it into business for the sector.
Coordinate and implement promotional activities including field days,agricultural Shows and exhibitions within their regions.
Developing business proposals and presentation to the stakeholders inagri-business.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

A university degree or diploma in Agri-business Management, AgriculturalEconomics, Animal Production, Range Management, Agricultural Extension andEducation, Horticulture and Agro forestry from a recognized University.
At least 2 years work experience in a similar position in the NGO/ public orprivate sector.
Experience in marketing of Agri-business products.
Computer proficiency

Desired Skills and Ability

Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
Strong sales and marketing Skills
Good analytical skills
Good customer service skills
Strong communication and negotiation skills

If you meet the above requirements, submit your application quoting the job youare applying for to the email address below by 30thSeptember 2011.

Please include detailed curriculum vitae, copies of the relevant certificates,testimonials and daytime telephone contacts and email address.

All applications should be in soft and through the email address indicatedbelow.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Email to: jobs@equitybank.co.ke

Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer.

We value the diversity of individuals,ideas, perspectives, insights and values,and what they bring to the workplace.

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