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Business Development Executive at Centum

Job Description

Tier Data Limited is a technology and digital transformation company helping grow enterprises improve operational visibility, control, efficiency and scale through software, infrastructure, automation, cybersecurity and managed technology solutions.

Tier Data seeks to recruit Business Development Executives responsible for driving business growth, generating new opportunities, building strong client relationships and expanding the adoption of the company’s technology solutions.

Key Accountabilities:

Identify and pursue new business opportunities to grow Tier Data’s customer base and revenue.
Generate and qualify leads through networking, referrals, digital channels, events and direct outreach.
Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline to meet and exceed sales targets.
Engage clients to understand their business needs and recommend appropriate technology solutions.
Prepare and deliver presentations, product demonstrations, proposals and quotations.
Manage the entire sales process from prospecting and negotiation to contract closure and handover.
Build and maintain strong customer relationships to drive retention and long-term business growth.
Identify opportunities for cross-selling and upselling while providing market and customer insights to support business development.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field.
At least 2 years’ experience in business development, sales, account management or a similar role.
Proven ability to generate leads, build sales pipelines and achieve sales targets.
Strong communication, presentation, negotiation and relationship management skills.
Good understanding of the end-to-end sales process, from prospecting to closing deals.
Experience selling technology solutions, such as software, IT services, cloud solutions or ICT infrastructure, will be an added advantage.

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Chief of Staff at Centum Investment Company Plc

Centum are looking for a Chief of Staff who will support the Group Chief Executive Officer in the consistent delivery and follow through on strategic and business development initiatives, tracking of execution against strategy and management of key external and internal

Key Accountabilities:

Strategic Support

Strategic Delivery: Tracking and reporting progress on strategic initiatives with clear timelines and outcomes.
Stakeholder Engagement: Building strong relationships internally and externally, ensuring positive feedback on interactions and deliverables.
Operational Excellence: Timely and accurate preparation of board papers, communication materials, and strategic reports.
Project Management: Monitoring and tracking progress on the implementation of strategic initiatives and projects across the Centum Group to ensure milestone delivery.

Business Performance

Track the performance of the business units and subsidiaries against the objectives set out within the strategy, providing timely reports and recommendations to the Group CEO.
Identifying trends and recommending innovative strategies aligned with Centum’s vision.
Leading special projects to drive innovation and unlock new opportunities in line with Centum’s strategy.

Cultural and Cross-functional Leadership

Facilitating alignment across departments to deliver on strategic goals in line with set targets.
Influencing without direct authority while ensuring accountability for outcomes.
Embedding Centum’s culture and values in daily operations and interactions, acting as a role model for integrity, professionalism, and commitment to the organization’s mission.

Board Engagement

Development of key documents relating to business strategy and performance in a timely manner.
Liaise with the Company Secretariat to ensure there is timely delivery of quality Board papers to the Group CEO for review and subsequently circulated to the Board in line with the approved Board agenda.

Investor Relations and Corporate Communications

Pro-actively engage with the investment community and successfully communicate Centum’s financial and strategic objectives in a timely manner.
Mapping and engaging key stakeholders to ensure that accurate information is communicated on a need’s basis.
Representation of the Group CEO in select external engagements.
Coordination of all corporate communications and thought leadership for Centum Investment Company Plc. (CICP) and the Group CEO in line with the brand philosophy.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with investors and key stakeholders:

Spearheading thought leadership initiatives to position Centum as an industry leader.
Social media engagement.
Actively participating in investor roadshows and high-level external engagements.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
Professional Qualification in CPA, CFA or ACCA.
7 – 10 years’ work experience in Finance, Management Consulting, Corporate Strategy, Investment or senior-level Project Management environments.
Regional or global experience with a track record of collaborating with cross-cultural teams preferred.
Experience in Investment, Real Estate, Financial Services or high-growth sectors is an added advantage.
Advanced proficiency in financial modelling, project management, and data analysis.
Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
High emotional intelligence, resilience, and adaptability to dynamic environments.
Proficiency in tools like Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP/project management systems.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute effectively in dynamic environments.
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications by COB Wednesday 20th May 2026.

Graduate Trainee Program at Centum Investment Company

Centum Graduate Trainee applications: Centum Investment Company is an investment company in East Africa and an affiliate of the Industrial and Commercial Development Corporation which is owned by the Kenyan government. Below is a summary of the key requirements of the employment and internship opportunities available at Centum.

Key requirements to work for Centum investments

Centum employees have different are from diverse academic fields, however, centum mostly employs individuals with a bachelor’s degree or diploma in accounts, finance or mathematics. Proficiency in mathematics and computer is also a key requirement. New employees of centum receive a great deal of mentorship and training upon being hired by the company. During this training, the employees get introduced to the key principles of investment and the policy of the company.

Centum trainee program

The graduate trainee program offered by Centum is a good platform that you can use to gain experience and hopefully make professional connections before getting a job. Centum often takes in both undergraduate and graduate interns for a mentorship and training program.

Key requirements for the Centum trainee program

Undergraduate Degree (Upper Second Class and above) in courses that align with the work of centum.
O-level Grade of A- and above.
attained either CPA, CFA ACCA, or CTs.
Must be a fresh graduate or final year undergraduate.

How to Apply

All applications for the Centum trainee program are done through the career portal of the company’s website. The submitted applications are thoroughly evaluated to ascertain whether a candidate has met all the professional qualifications for the program. The shortlisted candidates then go through a series of Aptitude tests, written analytical assessment Management and Exco interviews, one on one interviews with department and business heads, Psychometric assessment, A test of the candidates’ personality, preferences and abilities and lastly, the successful candidates are inducted into the program for training.