Several Sales Jobs in a Social Enterprise – Healthy Entrepreneurs Uganda
Job Opportunity: Sales Positions at Healthy Entrepreneurs Uganda
Organization: Healthy Entrepreneurs Uganda
Location: Industrial Area/Bugolobi, Kampala, Uganda
About Healthy Entrepreneurs:
Healthy Entrepreneurs (HE) is a pioneering social enterprise operating in Uganda and other countries. Our goal is to enhance access to basic healthcare for people in rural and remote communities. We recruit and train Village Health Teams (VHTs) or Community Health Workers (CHWs) with entrepreneurial skills. These individuals, known as Community Health Entrepreneurs (CHEs), serve their communities by selling reliable and affordable health products and services, providing education, and facilitating access to telemedicine services. As part of our mission, we aim to expand our network to serve 95% of rural Uganda by 2024.
For more information, visit our website: www.healthyentrepreneurs.nl.
Job Summary:
We are expanding our sales department, which is crucial in supporting the CHEs post-recruitment and training. Our team, including area managers, sales officers, and assistants, maintains close connections with the CHEs, aiding in order placement and business growth. We are seeking enthusiastic and socially adept sales professionals proficient in Rukiga, Runyankole, Runyoro, Rutoro, and Lusoga.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Foster the growth of Community Health Entrepreneurs into successful micro-entrepreneurs.
- Drive sales performance, meeting targets in orders, revenue, retention, and loan repayment.
- Build and maintain trust-based relationships with CHEs, offering effective coaching.
- Manage sales operations smoothly, ensuring diligent documentation and reporting.
- Collaborate with warehouse and finance departments for efficient order and delivery management.
- Empower CHEs to grow through consistent ordering and loan repayment.
- Report to the Senior Sales Officer or Area Manager.
- Participate actively in area team meetings.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- Certificate, Diploma, or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Social Work, Education, Sales, Pharmacy, Nursing, Clinical Medicine, or related fields.
- Proficiency in one or more local languages: Runyankole, Rukiga, Runyoro/Rutoro, Luganda, Luo, Lusoga.
- Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
- Competent in computer software usage (ERPs/Odoo, Excel, MS Office/Word, Outlook Calendar).
Who We Are Looking For:
- Energetic, enthusiastic, and focused individuals who are excellent communicators and team players.
- Understanding and passion for the social enterprise model.
- Demonstrated initiative, proactivity, and innovation.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Interest in continuous learning and development.
- Attention to detail, as indicated in their application process.
How to Apply:
Send your updated CV along with a personal and compelling motivation (letter or creative format) to recruitment@healthyentrepreneurs.nl.
Contact Person: faithmutetsi@healthyentrepreneurs.nl
Application Date: ASAP
Join Healthy Entrepreneurs Uganda and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to transforming healthcare accessibility in rural communities. Your role in sales will be integral to supporting and growing our network of Community Health Entrepreneurs, driving social impact and systemic change.