Plantlife Zambia – We Are Hiring!

Sales and Marketing Intern

Are you passionate about agriculture and eager to build a career in sales and marketing? Join Plantlife Zambia and gain hands-on experience in agricultural marketing, customer engagement, and business development.

Position Details

Position: Sales and Marketing Intern

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

Key Responsibilities

• Support sales activities and customer engagement initiatives.
• Assist in identifying and engaging potential customers, including farmers, agro-dealers, distributors, and agribusinesses.
• Follow up on customer inquiries, orders, and product deliveries.
• Develop marketing strategies and creative promotional content.
• Support product launches, farmer training programs, and demonstrations.
• Manage social media platforms and assist in campaign development.
• Participate in field visits and customer meetings.
• Collaborate with the Sales and Marketing  Manager on various projects.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Recent graduate with a Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a business-related program.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
• Basic understanding of agricultural products, farming practices, and agribusiness operations.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work independently and within a team.
• Willingness to travel within and outside Lusaka.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sales and negotiation abilities.
• Customer service orientation.
• Good analytical and research skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

What We Offer

• Practical experience in agricultural sales and marketing.
• Exposure to customer engagement and business development activities.
• Mentorship and professional growth opportunities.
• Opportunity to work closely with industry professionals and gain valuable field experience.