JOB DETAILS:

Join our young team and be part of an exciting new start-up in urban food production!

About Urban Greens
Urban Greens Ltd is an agritech business focused on making hydroponics & aquaponics accessible to urban growers. We believe in transforming urban landscapes by providing sustainable and healthier food sources. By promoting urban food production, we aim to generate quality jobs, income, and benefit the climate and environment. The company currently has 16 employees and operates a modest demo farm in Kampala. Recent market outreach has revealed significant market potential for urban aquaponics systems. We have funding to install 30+ aquaponics systems across Kampala.

Role Description & Responsibilities
We are seeking a passionate individual who excels in connecting with people and providing exceptional customer care. If you are a natural at motivating others to improve their lives, we invite you to join our team as a Business Development Officer. In this role, you will play a crucial part in linking our sustainable urban farming solutions to the appropriate customer groups. You will be focusing on developing a market for hydroponics and aquaponics solutions for the urban market in Kampala.

Qualifications
• Education: A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Agri-business, or a related field can be beneficial.
• Sales Experience: 3-5 Years experience in developing partnerships, engaging with groups, B2C sales, and selling technologies like hydroponics and aquaponics.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-Motivation: Ability to work independently and proactively seek out new leads and opportunities.

• Market Knowledge: Familiarity with the urban market in Kampala.

Conditions
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.

Submit your application with only a cover letter and CV and at least two professional references as one document in pdf format to recruitment@urbangreensltd.com . Clearly mention the role in the subject. Incoming applications will be screened on a rolling basis. Only selected candidates will be contacted.
Urban Greens believes in an inspiring, fair and balanced workplace. Women are especially encouraged to apply.