Business Development Intern

• Kilifi Pazuri Vipingo
•  Closing Date: 2025-09-30

Superior Homes Kenya PLC is a real estate developer who takes pride in being the pioneer of the open-plan gated community concept in East Africa, which is now recognized as the future for sustainable living in East Africa. Developments under the Superior Homes brand include Greenpark Estate in Athi River, Pazuri at Vipingo and Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge.

We are seeking an energetic, creative, smart, and passionate individual to join our team as a Business Development Intern at our retail outlet at Vipingo in Kilifi. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in business development, marketing, and client engagement, while offering exposure to the real estate and hospitality sectors.

The Business Development Intern will serve as the first point of contact for clients at our Vipingo Market retail outlet and will support the team in marketing and sales activities.

The intern will be responsible for driving and delivering excellent business performance through aggressive marketing of the various products offered at our Vipingo Market outlet. He/She will also be responsible for marketing SHK real estate and hospitality products and conducting research and competitor analysis. 

 This role offers an excellent opportunity to learn, contribute, and develop skills in a dynamic and growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

• Drive footfall to Pazuri at Vipingo
• Market both real estate and hospitality products offered by Superior Homes Kenya
• To formulate sales strategies for the hospitality business and ensure we turn a profit through commissions.
• Have a good understanding of the coastal region both in terms of real estate investment and the tourism business.
• To collect quality market intelligence and advise the business accordingly.
• To map potential customers and generate leads for the organization.
• Reviewing footfall performance on a weekly, monthly, quarterly basis; with the aim of meeting or exceeding targets.
• Personally, identify and secure new business or revenue opportunities for the company.
• Ensure that the shop is presentable and offer world-class services to walk in clients.
• Ensure brand visibility for our products through billboards and signages.
• Identify strategic business development opportunities for the company.
• Promote exceptional levels of service throughout the function.
• Champion continuous improvement throughout the function.

Requirements:

• Recently completed a Degree/ Diploma in Sales, Marketing, business , communication or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with digital/social media marketing is an added advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence in engaging clients.
• Strong interest in business development, marketing, and client relations.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a team environment.

 Interview location: Pazuri at Vipingo in Kilifi.