Microsoft a leader in software/offica applications is recruiting for the below position 

POSITION : Sales Intern

DESCRIPTION

• The Interns4Afrika program offers talented young people a unique experience with a dynamic and agile technology organization on the African continent.
• You will work for 6 months with a Microsoft partner on real projects, collaborating and learning from your colleagues.
• If you’re aspiring for a future in sales, this is your chance to kick-start your future
• To give you the best chance of success 4 weeks of your internship will be dedicated to developing world class business and technical skills.
• We'll support you to rapidly develop your capabilities through the (virtual) classroom and the great work you will do.
• The competition for a place on Interns 4Afrika is tough but if you are entrepreneurial with a passion for technology, are keen to continue learning and have a flexible can-do attitude we want to hear from you. Join us today, and help shape the Africa of tomorrow.

Summary

• World-Class Skills is about Microsoft's plans to develop a self-sustaining, world-class education platform, both online and offline, to help Africans develop skills for entrepreneurship and improved employability and competitiveness.
• Microsoft, in partnership with the host organization, offer you a unique opportunity to kick start your career. The internship program will provide you with a real-world work experience and new skills while working for a leading technology organization on the African continent.

The Position

• If you are passionate about interacting directly with customers and being on the front line to bring the magic of software to customers and businesses, the Interns4Afrika sales path could be right for you.
• If you follow the sales path Microsoft, along with our partners will provide you with a dynamic tool kit to enable you to hone your sales craft and take your first steps to becoming a world-class sales professional.
• Our partners have a diverse range of sales opportunities. Maybe you would like to be a Junior Account Manager, meeting potential clients and educating them on the benefits of Microsoft products.
• Or perhaps your passion for communication will see you leading on the development of sales materials to convert prospective customers as a Sales and Marketing Assistant.
• Or how about driving sales through participation in workshops, events and demos as a Retail Sales Specialist?
• If you want to connect customers with technology that simplifies their lives and inspires their potential, then what are you waiting for...

Responsibilities

• Attending conferences, meetings and industry events to explore networking opportunities
• Learn company culture, company products and services offered to consumers
• May need to organize client contact lists and schedule updates
• Administrative duties related to the sales process
• Assisting the team lead
• Identifying new sales leads
• Generating online enquiries
• Contacting Potential clients via email or phone to establish rapport and set up meetings

Requirements

• Able to commit to completing full time internship for 6 months
• Currently in education or have graduated from an Undergraduate or Postgraduate course within the last 12 months
• Have a BA/B.Sc in a Business related or IT degree
• Hve right to work in the country in which you are currently located

Must have:

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Web and social media
• Interest in learning about sales
• Good organizational skills
• Be persuasive and know how to negotiate well
• Good with numbers
• Must be hardworking and willing to do a lot of legwork at the grassroots level if required