Career Opportunities at SokoFresh

Reports to: Business Development Manager

Duration: 6 months, with possibility of extension

About the Role

• We are seeking energetic and results-driven sales interns to support the promotion and adoption of our mobile, solar-powered cold storage solutions. This internship offers hands-on experience in sales, customer engagement, and agribusiness market development, with a focus on reducing post-harvest losses for farmers, traders, and agribusinesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Support lead generation activities, including field visits, cold calls, and social media outreach.
• Educate potential customers (farmers, traders, cooperatives, exporters) on our cold storage solutions and rental/purchase options.
• Assist in preparing and delivering sales pitches, proposals, and product demonstrations.
• Gather and document customer feedback to help improve product offerings.
• Maintain updated customer databases and sales tracking reports.
• Participate in exhibitions, market days, and stakeholder forums to promote the brand.
• Work closely with the business development team to follow up on leads and close sales.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree (or ongoing studies) in Sales & Marketing, Agribusiness, Business Management, or related field.
• Passion for agriculture, sustainability, and technology-driven solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and willing to work in both field and office environments.
• Ability to engage with farmers, cooperatives, and agribusiness stakeholders.
• Basic computer literacy (MS Office, Google Workspace); familiarity with CRM tools is an added advantage.
• Willingness to travel within assigned regions.
• Previous sales experience (even in school projects or volunteer roles) is an added advantage.

What We Offer

• Practical sales and agribusiness experience.
• Training on cold storage solutions and the fresh produce value chain.
• Exposure to real-world customer engagement and market development.
• Monthly stipend & allowances for fieldwork.
• Opportunity for full-time employment based on performance.

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Purpose

• We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Officer to support our data-driven approach to impact. This role is central to collecting, verifying, and analyzing data on project beneficiaries, ensuring that our programs are both effective and accountable. The ideal candidate is not only technically capable but also deeply committed to learning, collaboration, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect primary data from field teams, project beneficiaries, and partners.
• Validate and clean data before it enters project databases.
• Maintain up-to-date MEL tools and trackers.
• Conduct spot checks and field visits to verify reported results.
• Support preparation of quarterly and annual MEL reports for CFYE.
• Train field staff on data collection protocols.
• Liaise with CFYE MEL focal points to align on indicators and reporting templates.
• Flag any data quality or reporting gaps early.
• Work closely with the Cold Storage Unit division to capture and verify beneficiary data related to storage services and activities.

Skills & Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Statistics, Economics, or related field.
• 0-2 years MEL experience, preferably in agriculture.
• Strong data analysis skills (Excel, Kobo Toolbox, Google Sheets, or Power BI).
• Experience with donor reporting requirements.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Soft Skills that Set you Apart

• Teachable & Curious: You\'re eager to learn, open to feedback, and quick to adapt
• Professional & Reliable: You take ownership of your work and consistently deliver high-quality results
• Driven & Self-Motivated: You thrive in dynamic environments and push for excellence
• Positive Attitude & Enthusiasm: You bring energy to the team and inspire those around you
• Collaborative Spirit: You value teamwork and communicate with clarity and empathy