About the Role
Ignite Energy Access is Africa’s leading distributed renewable energy provider, delivering state-of-the-art solutions that enable reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy access to millions across the continent. We are currently seeking a motivated, energetic, and result-oriented individual to join our growing team as an Energy Officer based in Mokwa and its surrounding communities. In this vital field role, you will play a direct part in transforming lives by driving the adoption of clean and affordable solar energy solutions, identifying prospective customers, promoting our innovative renewable products, and building lasting relationships within the local market.
Key Responsibilities- Identify and acquire new customers through targeted door-to-door marketing, active community engagement, and grassroots sales activities.
- Promote and sell the company's state-of-the-art solar home systems and other sustainable renewable energy products.
- Develop and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with customers, influential community leaders, and local business owners.
- Conduct engaging product demonstrations and educate local consumers on the long-term financial and environmental benefits of solar energy.
- Consistently achieve assigned sales targets and business growth objectives within your designated territory.
- Follow up promptly with prospective customers to effectively convert leads into successful sales.
- Monitor customer payment schedules and provide necessary support for timely repayment collections.
- Deliver basic customer support in the field and properly escalate any technical complaints when required.
- Prepare accurate daily and weekly sales reports while supplying valuable ground-level market intelligence.
- Identify emerging business opportunities to expand Ignite Energy Access's footprint and market presence across assigned communities.
- Minimum of an OND or NCE qualification, with an HND or Bachelor’s degree considered an added advantage.
- Demonstrated previous experience in sales, marketing, field operations, customer acquisition, or the financial services sector.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
- Proven ability to work independently, manage your time effectively, and consistently achieve performance targets.
- Must be highly willing to work extensively in the field and travel across Mokwa and neighbouring communities.
- Exhibits high levels of honesty, a strong work ethic, self-motivation, and a result-oriented mindset.
- Possession of a basic smartphone and good digital reporting skills are required for daily operations.
- Familiarity and existing local knowledge of Mokwa and its surrounding communities will be an added advantage.
- Exciting opportunity to build a rewarding career in Africa's rapidly expanding renewable energy sector.
- Continuous professional development, training, and structured career growth opportunities.
- Competitive remuneration package complemented by attractive performance-based financial incentives.
- Directly contribute to expanding sustainable energy access and improving livelihoods across local Nigerian communities.