Overview

Mwananchi Communications Limited, publishers of the leading Tanzania newspapers. Mwananchi, The Citizen, and Mwanaspoti is looking for motivated and highly experienced individuals to fill the position of

Job Purpose:

To increase copy sales and develop relationships with partners in the distribution channel in the assigned area to ensure that you meet your set sales targets while maintaining optimal newspapers return level.

Main Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key result areas:
• Distribute newspapers to agents/vendors ensuring that they receive their parcels as ordered.
• Monitors market arrivals, circulation sales and returns indicators and makes appropriate reports to Area Sales Manager.
• Monitoring daily performance of our brands in your assigned area of operation in comparison to our competitors and make reports that guide growth strategies.
• Open up new markets in your area of operation that in turn translate to increased copy sales.
• Actively solve any customer complains that arise within your area of operations to maintain good customer relations and protect the company interests.
• Liaise with the database officer to assist in credit control and debt management within your area of operations.
• Submit daily and weekly reports on the progress of activities within your area as well as your progress in meeting your sales targets.
• Effectively manage debt collection and credit control within your areas of operation.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• University Degree in Business Administration/Sales & Marketing or equivalent.
• At least 3 to 4 years working experience.
• Excellent communication skills, computer knowledge, and familiarity with brands. Driving a motorcycle and a valid driving license is an added advantage A pleasant personality, team player, and problem-solving skills are highly valued.

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing a detailed CV, and copies of professional certificates, and a daytime telephone contact by August 14. 2018 to:

Human Resources Manager.
Mwananchi Communications Ltd.
P. O. Box 19754,

Dar es Salaam

Email: hrm@tz.nationmedia.com