Director of Sales & Business Development

About the role

New Africa Software Solutions (NASS) is looking for a Director of Sales & Business Development to manage its day-to-day operations, including leading a sales team and running an aggressive sales and marketing programme. The position is based in Accra.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise a staff of 4-6 people
• Lead the sales team and coordinate an aggressive sales and marketing programme
• Develop and nurture strategic business partnerships
• Prepare and submit proposals
• Prepare and submit regular reports
• Conduct weekly staff meetings

Required profile

• MBA preferred; college degree in Business Management or a related field required
• At least five years of experience in business management, with proven success in sales and marketing
• Some experience in accounting is desirable
• Outgoing personality, strong networking skills and the ability to interact with people at all levels
• Self-starter, self-motivated and accountable, with unimpeachable personal integrity and business ethics

Required skills

• Knowledge of the sales life cycle, lead qualification and closing sales
• Strong communication, organisational and salesmanship skills
• Basic accounting and IT skills
• Valid driver's licence

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience
• Profit sharing