Sales Associate

Swahili Coast Farms is a start-up mariculture company farming gourmet Pacific oysters. The farm is located in Gazi, a 30-minute drive from beautiful Diani Beach, and about 1km south of Chale Island. We are a social enterprise that works with the Gazi community to build a profitable, sustainable aquaculture venture. We are equally about profit as we are about social and environmental impact. Our main revenue stream is oyster sales, but we also organize farm tours, which bring in tourists and oyster enthusiasts. We are scaling fast, and this means we need to sell.
About the Role

• We are seeking a professional who will lead the growth of our business through strong sales strategies. This role requires someone who has had experience and understands B2B and B2C markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to drive oyster sales across hotels, restaurants, seafood markets, and direct consumers.
• Build partnerships with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality players. Collaborate with chefs to update menus, branding posters, and communications.
• Plan and manage tasting events, chefs collaborations, and farm tours.
• Represent the brand at trade fairs, exhibitions, and forums.

Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, Communication, or a related field.
• Proven experience in sales/marketing, ideally in food, hospitality, or agribusiness.
• Strong understanding of the seafood industry in Kenya and East Africa.
• A positive attitude and the ability to work independently in a startup environment.
• Ability to quickly and intuitively assess marketing dynamics and act accordingly.
• Skills in managing concurrent marketing initiatives from concept to completion, meeting deadlines, budgets, and performance goals.
• Excellent communication, networking, and interpersonal skills.
• Well organised, good at prioritization, and attentive to details.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Career growth in a pioneering, innovative business.
• Opportunity to shape the oyster business in Kenya and beyond.
• Work with a passionate, mission-driven team in the blue economy.

How to Apply

• Interested candidates are invited to submit their resumes and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they are the right candidate for this role. Send your application to: talktous@swahilicoastfarms.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.