Event Sponsorship Sales Executive. (Openings: 2)
Media, Entertainment & Events
K sh 90,000 – 135,000 gross / month
Openings: 2 Location: Nairobi – Gikomba Trade Centre (Ladhies Rd / Pumwani spur) Overview: Our client is looking for Sponsorship Executives to secure partners for festivals, expos, and esports events. You’ll build prospect lists, tailor proposals, negotiate deliverables, and report ROI clearly. The role suits confident networkers who can balance brand needs with event integrity. Key Responsibilities: - Prospect sectors; maintain CRM; run outreach cadences. - Build tiered packages and bespoke proposals with deliverables. - Negotiate contracts; manage invoicing and fulfillment. - Coordinate on-site branding, mentions, and hospitality. - Report post-event outcomes with data and visuals. Education & Experience: - Diploma or Bachelor's degree in BCom/Marketing/PR + 2–4 yrs event sponsorships. Skills & Tools: - Prospecting, negotiation, CRM, decks, measurement. KPIs: - Sponsorship revenue, close rate, renewal rate, receivables days. Compensation (Kenya): KES 90,000–135,000 + commission (3–7% of net sales). Estimates; real earnings vary with pipeline health, sectors assigned, event seasonality, and commission structure (retainer vs draw). Top closers significantly exceed base. Benefits: - Medical, phone/data, travel allowance, event tickets. Growth Path: - Senior Exec → Sponsorship Manager → Head of Partnerships. Ideal promotion cycle.