Sales Development Representative Intern

Duplo is a Lagos-based fintech startup that enables businesses in Africa to digitize their receivables and payables, reduce time-to-cash, lower transaction costs, and generate more revenue from their business customers.

We want to make B2B payments as simple as P2P payment apps. Most business payments in Africa are made offline….yikes. We are on a mission to transform this. We are backed by top investors, including Point Nine, Tribe Capital, Commerce Ventures, Liquid2 Ventures, Basecamp Fund, Soma Capital, YCombinator, Oui Capital, and others.

This is a unique opportunity. You'll gain hands-on experience and you'll have the resources to take a significant part in the creation of a paradigm-changing product that will impact millions.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with following up on marketing and sales leads generated through Duplo’s website.


• Assist with drafting and sending emails to potential leads, and assist with scheduling calls or demos.


• Use of LinkedIn to generate leads.


• Support the team in identifying and organizing potential business opportunities.


• Provide administrative and research support to the business development and sales teams.


• Assist with monitoring basic performance and growth data, and preparing reports.


• Conduct research to identify potential partners and distribution channels for Duplo.


• Assist in exploring opportunities for client acquisition through partnership channels.
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or any related field.


• Basic understanding of B2B or fintech landscape.


• Curiosity and willingness to learn.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to follow processes and take feedback.


• Proficient knowledge of using Google Suite.