JRJoash Vako Rabura
@joashvakorabura
Results-oriented business development professional with over 10 years of experience
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a seasoned business development professional with a strong background in biomedical sciences, business administration, marketing, professional coaching, design thinking, graphic design, and web development. With over 10 years of experience across various industries, I have developed a unique ability to contribute to any team beyond the scope of the job description.
My expertise lies in business development, project management, web design, strategic marketing, team development, client management, and coaching. I am a strong advocate for processes that incorporate stakeholder participation in business and technology dynamics.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to drive results, solve problems, and lead teams to achieve their objectives. I am a creative and adaptable individual with a passion for design thinking, graphic design, and web development.
Experience
Director Business Development & Operations
Ramanja Kenya
Development and execution of comprehensive marketing strategies, managing client relationships, generating leads, overseeing brand development initiatives, executing market expansion strategies, budget management, providing effective team leadership
Business and Digital Development Consultant
East Pesa
Feb 2020 - Dec 2020 (10 months)
Researched for customer discovery, supported with development and pitching to potential investors, worked with the marketing department, made improvements on sales plans and strategies, recruited and hired sales staff, monitored the market and competitor products
Business Development and Client Relations Director
VecnaCares
Jan 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Oversaw the launch of iDeliver, planned and executed email marketing campaigns, conducted product demos, led business development efforts, expanded market share, confirmed business agreements, set and monitored targets, developed relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders
Product Manager
Adcock Ingram
Jul 2017 - Sep 2018 (1 year 2 months)
Launched multiple pharmaceutical products in the Kenyan market, listed products in hospitals, increased regional sales, managed key accounts, worked with marketing staff to develop advertising campaigns
Head of Marketing
Hakika Marketing
Nov 2018 - Dec 2020 (2 years 1 month)
Supported the executive board in the effective running of the marketing department, led and managed sales and marketing teams, monitored and managed performance of individual sales representatives, set and monitored targets, conducted training for sales reps
Sales Manager
Boehringer Ingelheim
Jan 2014 - Jul 2017 (3 years 6 months)
Promoted pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals, built and maintained relationships with key opinion leaders, conducted product presentations and training sessions, analyzed market trends, developed and implemented sales plans
Medical sales representative
Pan Pharmaceuticals
Dec 2011 - Jul 2012 (7 months)
Launched pharmaceutical products in the Kenyan market, detailed products to healthcare professionals, monitored stock levels, organized medical forums
Medical sales representative
Bayer Healthcare
Aug 2012 - Jun 2014 (1 year 10 months)
Organized appointments and meetings with healthcare staff, identified and established new business, negotiated contracts, presented products to healthcare staff, attended trade exhibitions and conferences
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