Business Development Intern at KKCO East Africa LLP

KKCO East Africa LLP, an audit and accounting firm in Nairobi, is hiring a Business Development Intern.

The Business Development Intern will support the firm’s expansion by driving initiatives that generate new business and strengthen relationships with existing clients. The role involves working closely with partners and technical teams to identify market opportunities, develop client engagement strategies, and promote the firm’s audit, accounting, tax, company secretarial and advisory services. The successful candidate will contribute to increasing the firm’s visibility in the market, supporting proposal development, and helping position the firm as a trusted professional services provider.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Acquisition & Opportunity Management
• Market Research & Insights
• Client Relationship Support
• Campaigns, Events & Branding
• Internal Collaboration & Reporting

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Proven track record in preparing high-impact proposals, tenders, and Expressions of Interest (EOIs).
• Familiarity with CRM systems and business development tools.

Key Competencies & Attributes

• Exceptional client engagement and relationship management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including proposal writing and executive-level presentations.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to identify opportunities aligned with firm priorities.
• Results-driven, proactive, and self-motivated, with excellent time management skills.
• High attention to detail, ensuring quality and consistency in proposals and client deliverables.
• Collaborative mindset, capable of working effectively across teams and supporting Partners in client acquisition initiatives.

Desired Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and document automation tools (e.g., DocuSign).
• Proficiency in CRM tools
• Ability to manage multiple proposals and client initiatives under tight deadlines.
• Understanding of professional services sectors and ability to align business development activities with firm strategy.
• Competence in tracking prospective clients, market leads, and business opportunities.
• Innovative and action oriented
• Familiarity with AI tools

Deadline: Monday, November 16, 2026

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