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Regional Development Manager Jobs at PEA Kenya

Description

At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible.
From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best, whether it’s one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe.

We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better.

By pushing the boundaries of technology — and each other to surpass these boundaries — we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world’s innovations, personal and global, large and small.

Regional Development Manager Job Responsibilities

Support existing schools and colleges effectively

Attract new schools and institutions to our qualifications

Manage customers at all levels and develop relationships with key accounts to identify sales opportunities.

Formulate business and marketing plans

Develop relationships to influence key stakeholders including government and non-government organisations as well as educators to position Pearson as the preferred education solutions provider.

Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly and yearly targets as set out by management

Apply a customer-centric approach to service and support

Design and implementation of key marketing activities and promotions

Secure new progression routes and recognition for learners with local universities/employers

Develop timely and accurate forecasts for assigned accounts and revise these as appropriate throughout the year.

Proactively keep up-to-date on industry and customer specific issues.

Act as an ambassador for Pearson in the region.
Capture insights – feedback research data, customers and learners, competitor insights to the Portfolio and marketing teams for future product and service development.

Qualifications for the Regional Development Manager Job

Bachelor Degree or equivalent.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Proven sales

experience and a commercial mindset

Excellent command of the English language and strong communication and presentation skills

Confident building relationships with stakeholders at all levels

Ability to deliver and achieve goals within a changing environment

Some knowledge of international education

A professional, proactive and innovative approach

Ability to work remotely and collaboratively within an international team

Strong account management and relationship building skills, reflected in proven sales track record.

Ability to form relationships with customers, including being responsive and empathetic to customers’ needs.

A self-starter with a solid work ethic, self-discipline, persistence and the ability to work both independently and in a team.

Strong report writing and record keeping ability.

Strong communication, problem-solving, negotiation and influencing skills plus an ability to operate in a matrix-reporting environment.

Candidates must be residents or have a permit to work in Kenya.

Desirables

Ability to speak local language(s)

Knowledge of the international schools market

Ability to plan and manage high profile events

Previous Experience

Extensive experience in sales.

Broad knowledge of the education sector and trends that create business opportunities.

Experience of key account management

Teaching experience, especially with IB (PYP, MYP, DP) or GCSE/IGCSE/GCE exams would be an asset.

The role will require frequent travel. Candidates must be residents or have a permit to work in Kenya.

How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Pearson Regional Development Manager Jobs in Kenya

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