Business Development Executive - Digital Marketing

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Nairobi, KEN
In-Office
22K-22K Annually
Junior
Agency • Digital Media • eCommerce • Events
The Role
The Business Development Executive will source clients, lead pitches, close deals in digital marketing, and work with creative teams to meet client needs.
Summary Generated by Built In

Uliza Agency is a results-driven digital marketing start-up helping brands scale their presence through strategic content, digital campaigns for businesses and events, influencer marketing, and paid media execution. We work with startups, corporates, NGOs, and public figures to deliver real impact in the digital space.

We are hiring a Business Development Executive who can unlock new partnerships, lead commercial conversations, and deliver growth across diverse sectors.

Role Overview

This role involves sourcing high-value clients, leading pitch presentations, and closing digital marketing and campaign deals across media, content production for brands and events. You’ll serve as the lead driver of commercial opportunities for Uliza Agency and will work closely with the creative, media, and strategy teams to ensure client satisfaction and delivery.



Requirements
Key Responsibilities
  • Build and manage a pipeline of business leads across B2B and B2C sectors

  • Initiate and secure strategic partnerships with organizations, brands, and institutions

  • Lead in proposal development, contract negotiation, and deal closure

  • Represent the agency in meetings, presentations, and strategy sessions

  • Achieve monthly sales and revenue targets by closing new deals and expanding existing accounts

  • Work cross-functionally with the digital and creative teams to align on deliverables


Required Skills & Qualifications
  • Strong track record in business development, sales, or partnership roles

  • Degree in Marketing, International relations or related field

  • Experience working in a digital marketing agency, communications firm, or nonprofit organization

  • Confident in navigating both corporate and creative environments

  • Skilled in identifying client needs and translating them into actionable solutions

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building abilities

  • Familiar with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and Canva for proposals and decks

  • Strong understanding of the digital ecosystem—social, paid media, web, and influencer channels

Performance Metrics
  • Monthly revenue generation from new clients

  • Number of successful pitches and partnership agreements

  • Client retention and upsell conversion rates

  • Proposal turnaround time and presentation quality



BenefitsWhy Join Uliza Agency
  • Be part of a high-impact team building modern digital solutions

  • Opportunity to grow within a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment

  • Get real exposure to brand strategy, media innovation, and campaign execution

  • Work directly with clients across sectors—corporate, entertainment, nonprofit, and lifestyle

  • Salary : KES 22,000 ( NET ) plus commissions on targets set after probation*

  • Probation of 1 month to showcase capability in the role

How to Apply
Send your CV and a brief cover letter explaining your suitability for the role to:
Subject: Business Development – Uliza Agency
Application Deadline: June 25, 2025

Only candidates who meet the criteria and demonstrate a clear understanding of digital growth will be considered.



Skills Required

  • Strong track record in business development, sales, or partnership roles
  • Degree in Marketing, International relations or related field
  • Experience working in a digital marketing agency, communications firm, or nonprofit organization
  • Confident in navigating both corporate and creative environments
  • Skilled in identifying client needs and translating them into actionable solutions
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building abilities
  • Familiar with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and Canva for proposals and decks
  • Strong understanding of the digital ecosystem--social, paid media, web, and influencer channels
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The Company
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What We Do

ULIZA GROUP LLC is a diversified African conglomerate specializing in digital media, event solutions, and ecommerce, offering services such as printing, branding, and digital media. Uliza Events is a key part of the group, providing event wristbands and identification solutions across Africa.

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