This is a remote position.
1. Background
Afconrecruit is a recruitment and business solutions company focused on helping organizations attract, hire, and retain the right talent for growth. The Remote Project and Sales Officer role blends project coordination with strong sales capabilities, enabling the company to generate new business, manage client engagements effectively, and support clients in achieving realistic sales projections.
This role is entirely commission-based and suited for self-driven professionals who can work independently, manage multiple client projects remotely, and deliver measurable business results.
2. Purpose of the Role
The Remote Project and Sales Officer will be responsible for:
• Identifying and converting new business opportunities.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients on setting and tracking sales projections.
• Managing client accounts as structured projects, from proposal to delivery.
• Driving revenue growth for Afconrecruit through commission-based earnings tied to performance.
3. Scope of Duties and Responsibilities
A. Business Development and Sales
• Research and identify prospective clients across targeted industries.
• Generate leads through digital networking, referrals, online platforms, and outreach campaigns.
• Present Afconrecruit’s recruitment and workforce solutions to prospective clients in virtual meetings.
• Prepare and submit tailored proposals with clear value propositions.
• Negotiate terms and close deals in line with company objectives.
B. Client Advisory and Sales Projection Guidance
• Work with clients to understand their market, sales history, and business goals.
• Assist in developing realistic sales projections linked to workforce planning.
• Recommend recruitment or operational solutions to help achieve projections.
• Track client progress against agreed projections and provide adjustment strategies.
C. Remote Project Coordination
• Treat each client engagement as a project with defined timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
• Coordinate internal recruitment or service delivery teams to meet client requirements.
• Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of services agreed with the client.
• Maintain open and consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
D. Reporting and Documentation
• Maintain accurate client records, proposals, and contracts using the company’s CRM.
• Submit weekly and monthly updates on:
o Leads generated and conversion status.
o Sales revenue achieved.
o Client projection tracking.
o Challenges and recommendations for improvement.
4. Deliverables
• Weekly list of qualified leads with details on potential service needs.
• Documented sales projection plan for each new client.
• Monthly progress updates comparing projections vs. actual results.
• Achievement of agreed commission-based sales targets.
• Timely completion of project deliverables for all client engagements.
5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Number of new clients signed up monthly.
• Total revenue generated and commission earned.
• Lead-to-client conversion rate.
• Quality and practicality of client sales projection plans.
• On-time delivery of all project milestones.
• Client satisfaction rating from feedback surveys.
Requirements
Reporting Line
• Reports remotely to the Head of Business Development.
• Works virtually with Recruitment Consultants, Admin Support, and Marketing.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Project Management, or related discipline (preferred).
• Minimum 2 years in sales, business development, or client account/project management.
• Proven record of meeting sales targets, preferably in recruitment or B2B services.
• Strong communication, persuasion, and virtual presentation skills.
• Proficient in CRM tools, virtual meeting platforms, and remote work productivity tools.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
