Sales Intern- Easy Housing

Job title: Sales Intern

Description:

Are you passionate about sales and eager to make a difference? Easy Housing is seeking a Sales Intern to join our team! We specialize in providing sustainable, social, and scalable homes across Uganda and other African countries. Our circular, biobased homes are not only affordable but also contribute to carbon sequestration and local job creation.

To further expand our impact in Uganda, we’re looking for a dedicated salesperson who knows their way around the housing sector. If you have a passion for sales and are eager to learn about our building concept, we want to hear from you!

Requirements:

• Education in sales or a similar field.
• Thorough understanding of marketing and negotiating techniques.
• Affinity with sustainable and affordable housing.
• Fast learner and self-motivated with a passion for sales.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Knowledge of Luganda is a plus.
• Based in Kampala.

Internship Activities:

• Handling incoming messages on WhatsApp for Business.
• Following up with clients from first contact till signed contract, including:
  • Actively seeking out new sales opportunities through social media, cold calling, and networking.
  • Preparing and sending out quotations.
  • Setting up meetings with (potential) clients to discuss projects and contracts (among other things).
  • Keeping an overview of all (potential) clients and leads.
• Participate in exhibitions and conferences, presenting Easy Housing.
• Frequent reviews on sales and financial data and customer feedback, and reporting back to the team.

We Offer:

• Work in a diverse team with people from all over the world.
• An amazing opportunity to develop your sales skills.
• Learn about affordable sustainable housing, climate change, and international development.
• Direct supervision and coaching.
• Freedom to shape your own internship targets.
• Internship allowance, travel allowance, and lunch provided.
• Build up professional working experience and network.
• Possibility of extension after the internship has ended.

Practical Details:

• Location: Bugolobi, Kampala (office presence required).
• Internship Length: 4 months, full-time.
• Start Date: As soon as possible.
• Team Size: Approximately 17 team members.
• Supervision: Daily team meetings to discuss activities. Regular supervisor meetings.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to contribute to our mission and gain valuable experience in sales, please share your CV and motivation letter to jobs@easyhousing.org. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of creating positive change in the housing sector! Apply now and join our dynamic team. Thank you for your interest!