Business Development Intern (Talent Outsourcing) at Kaplo Africa

Kaplo is Africa's most innovative Human Resource & Business Support Solutions provider, serving clients with cutting-edge business advisory and human capital solutions across diverse sectors of the African economy. At Kaplo, we have proven expertise in business advisory and human resource capabilities targeted at productivity, profitability, sustainability, transformation and overall growth of your business.
About the Role

The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in business development, lead generation, client acquisition, sales, relationship management, and recruitment solutions.
This role is ideal for a proactive individual who is interested in building a career in Business Development, Sales, Recruitment, or Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and research potential clients who may require recruitment, talent outsourcing, staffing, or HR solutions.
Generate leads through LinkedIn, social media, online research, referrals, networking, and other relevant channels.
Conduct outbound calls, emails, LinkedIn outreach, and other forms of client engagement.
Introduce the company’s recruitment and talent outsourcing services to prospective clients.
Follow up consistently with prospects and maintain an organized pipeline of leads.
Assist in converting qualified prospects into clients and supporting the business development process from prospecting to closure.
Build and maintain professional relationships with prospective and existing clients.
Conduct market research to identify potential industries, companies, and business opportunities.
Monitor competitor activities and provide insights that can support business growth.
Assist in preparing proposals, presentations, service information, and other business development materials.
Maintain accurate records of leads, prospects, follow-ups, meetings, and business development activities.
Participate in team meetings and provide regular updates on outreach activities, leads, and progress.
Support other business development and client acquisition initiatives as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum of an OND, HND, or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Mass Communication, or a related field.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Confident and comfortable communicating with prospective clients.
Good research, networking, and lead-generation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital communication platforms.
Ability to use platforms such as LinkedIn and other online channels for prospecting is an advantage.
Highly organized with good follow-up and time-management skills.
Proactive, self-motivated, and willing to take initiative.
Strong interest in business development, sales, recruitment, or client relationship management.
Must be able to work independently and remain productive in a remote environment.
Previous sales, business development, customer service, recruitment, or internship experience is an advantage but not mandatory.

Key Competencies:

Business Development & Lead Generation
Client Acquisition
Communication & Presentation
Sales & Persuasion
Research & Market Analysis
Relationship Management
Follow-up & Pipeline Management
Negotiation Skills
Digital Prospecting
Time Management
Reporting & Record Keeping.

Personal Qualities
We are looking for someone who is:

Smart and commercially aware
Confident and articulate
Energetic and results-oriented
Persistent and comfortable with follow-ups
Fast-learning and adaptable
Professional and well-organized
Self-motivated and accountable
Comfortable working remotely
Open to feedback and continuous development.