Wednesday, November 5, 2014

MKOPA Sales Training Officer Vacancy

JOB DESCRIPTION
Who we are

M-KOPA LLC is a mobile-based technology company established in 2011 after successful trials of innovative, embedded mobile services.  M-KOPA uses mobile payments to offer consumer financing for energy products and services, targeted at off-grid users. Our first product; a mobile enabled solar home lighting system is available in Kenya where it provides clean, affordable energy to consumers, made accessible through machine-to-machine technology and mobile payments.

What we do
Through M-KOPA customers use mobile payments such as M-PESA to pay for a home solar lighting system on a “pay-per-use” basis, making the transition to cleaner energy much more affordable especially to low-income users. This service is currently available throughout Kenya.

JOB TITLE: Training Officer
JOB SUMMARY: The role is responsible for supporting the sales department through providing total coverage of all appropriate training needs.


RESPONSIBILITIES
1.       Evaluating training requirements for the sales department, consulting with departmental head and HR
2.       Designing training curriculum to facilitate meeting departmental goals.
3.       Developing and maintaining training material to the highest standards.
4.       Ensure that all members of staff, new and existing, within the sales department are trained to an appropriate level.
5.       To maintain effective communication and knowledge transfer with the sales team
6.       Organizing the training including: determining training schedules, venues, facilities and supporting other trainer in training.
7.       Managing the training operations budget to ensure maximum return on investments.
8.       Developing training impact assessment methodology and  implementing within set timelines
9.       Evaluate the effectiveness of training and modify materials as appropriate.
10.    Preparing Training Reports

KEY COMPETENCIES
1.       Good understanding of adult learning techniques
2.       Effective communication skills, leadership and time management skills
3.       Formal training qualification is desirable
4.       Computer literacy

 EXPERIENCE
1.       Minimum of 2 year in a training role
2.       Experience of working within a sales environment is desirable
3.       Experience of communicating at all levels up to and including senior management
4.       Experience of designing, delivering and maintaining training materials.

Applications Process
A generous and competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidates. To apply, send an updated detailed copy of your cv and a cover letter expressing why you feel you would be an excellent candidate for the role to applications@m-kopa.com with the subject “Sales Trainer