Stephen Okoth
Director || Business Development at LINKARK GROUP- Claim this Profile
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Naomi Wachiya
Stephen is a quiet, intelligent and resourcefulness person.I remember many are times he worked on finishing on our class group assignments with tireless effort alone.He can be a great asset to an organization who is seeking an individual who is creative and takes advantage to research for the needs of the organisation.
Naomi Wachiya
Stephen is a quiet, intelligent and resourcefulness person.I remember many are times he worked on finishing on our class group assignments with tireless effort alone.He can be a great asset to an organization who is seeking an individual who is creative and takes advantage to research for the needs of the organisation.
Naomi Wachiya
Stephen is a quiet, intelligent and resourcefulness person.I remember many are times he worked on finishing on our class group assignments with tireless effort alone.He can be a great asset to an organization who is seeking an individual who is creative and takes advantage to research for the needs of the organisation.
Naomi Wachiya
Stephen is a quiet, intelligent and resourcefulness person.I remember many are times he worked on finishing on our class group assignments with tireless effort alone.He can be a great asset to an organization who is seeking an individual who is creative and takes advantage to research for the needs of the organisation.
Credentials
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Effective Presentation Skills
Metropolitan School of Business & Management (UK)Jun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Marketing & Communications
International Business Management Institute (IBMI)Jul, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Data Protection and the GDPR
Resourcing and People Management Consulting LimitedFeb, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Capacity Building for Strengthening Private Sector Engagement in the Oil and Gas Value Chain
Strathmore Business School (SBS)May, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate in Leadership
College Of Human Resource Management
Experience
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LINKARK GROUP
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Kenya
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director || Business Development
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Mar 2017 - Present
Developing a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction Arranging business meetings with prospective clients Planning and preparing presentations Communicating new product developments to prospective clients Overseeing the development of marketing literature Writing reports Providing feedback Researching organisations and individuals online (especially on social media) to identify new leads and potential new markets Researching the needs of other companies and learning who makes decisions about purchasing Contacting potential clients via email or phone to establish rapport and set up meetings Planning and overseeing new marketing initiatives Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events Show less
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OILDROP AFRICA
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Kenya
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Growth
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Mar 2020 - Nov 2022
Responsible for increasing company revenue by identifying and developing new business opportunities as well as expanding brand presence. Leading cross-functional teams, manage existing partnerships, and evaluate company business goals. Building solid relationships with customers, vendors and distributors, as well as sales and marketing teams. Directing marketing efforts by presenting market research to marketing directors and suggesting strategies to expand market research. Assessing marketing and sales as well as supplier and vendor operations and recommending improvements as needed. Researching emerging trends and recommending new company offerings to satisfy customers’ needs. Developing and managing strategic partnerships to grow business. Presenting business or marketing opportunities to company executives and management. Show less
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Workforce Africa
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Kenya
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Human Resources Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager || Business Development
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Aug 2016 - Feb 2017
Prospected for potential new clients and turn this into increased business. Met potential clients by growing, maintaining, and leveraging your network. Identified potential clients, and the decision makers within the client organization. Researched and built relationships with new clients. Set up meetings between client decision makers and company’s practice leaders/Principals. Planned approaches and pitches. Worked with team to develop proposals that were tailored to the client’s needs, concerns, and objectives. Participated in pricing the solution/service. Handled objections by clarifying, emphasizing agreements and working through differences to a positive conclusion Used a variety of styles to persuade or negotiate appropriately. Presented an image that mirrors that of the client. Show less
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Fairmont The Norfolk
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Kenya
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resource Intern
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May 2016 - Aug 2016
Prepared Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents Proofread HR documents including audits, marketing information, and handbooks. Sorted incoming resumes and logged them into appropriate tracking spreadsheets Completed and mailed out offer letters Maintained a satisfied level of customer service with clients both internal and external. Properly handled client requests through responsiveness, follow-up, and escalation. Worked proactively with other team members. Prioritized activities for the best interest of the team when working on joint projects. Handled client requests and delivered quality solutions when able, and escalated the request to a more senior team member Filing and other office support for HR staff Payroll Management Show less
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Esoko
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Ghana
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Field Agent
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Sep 2013 - Apr 2016
Created product and services awareness Drove sales Collected and interpreted market information Data entry into the platform for further use Created product and services awareness Drove sales Collected and interpreted market information Data entry into the platform for further use
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Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC)
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Kenya
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Media Production
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200 - 300 Employee
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Human Resource Intern
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May 2015 - Aug 2015
Updated employees' files for filing Processed job application forms Handled calls, emails, and other interns Ran interdepartmental errands Filing Screened application forms from candidates Updated employees' files for filing Processed job application forms Handled calls, emails, and other interns Ran interdepartmental errands Filing Screened application forms from candidates
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Education
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College Of Human Resource Management
Diploma, Human Resource Management