About EcoHive Energy Systems

EcoHive Energy Systems is one of Zambia's fast-growing renewable energy companies committed to making clean, reliable, and affordable energy accessible to homes, businesses, institutions, and rural communities.

We provide innovative solar energy solutions, financing options, Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS), Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) systems, and Unified Energy Access projects that are transforming how people access electricity across Zambia.

As we continue to expand, we are looking for ambitious, energetic and results-driven professionals to join our team.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Sales & Business Development Officer who is passionate about sales and enjoys building relationships with customers.

This is not a desk job.

You will actively identify new customers, conduct site visits, prepare quotations, follow up leads, negotiate deals, and convert prospects into long-term clients.

If you enjoy meeting people, solving customer problems and earning performance-based rewards, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate new residential, commercial and institutional sales opportunities.
• Conduct customer consultations and site assessments.
• Prepare professional quotations and proposals.
• Follow up customer enquiries and close sales.
• Promote EcoHive's solar products and financing solutions.
• Build relationships with corporate clients, schools, NGOs and government institutions.
• Attend exhibitions, trade shows and networking events.
• Maintain accurate customer records and sales reports.
• Achieve monthly sales and revenue targets.
• Work closely with the technical and marketing teams to deliver excellent customer service.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum two (2) years' experience in business development or sales.
• Proven experience selling high-value products or services.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong presentation and customer relationship skills.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office and email).
• A valid driver's licence is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of renewable energy or solar products is an added advantage but not essential.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Is self-motivated and results-oriented.
• Is confident approaching new customers.
• Can work independently with minimal supervision.
• Has excellent follow-up skills.
• Enjoys meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Has integrity, professionalism and a positive attitude.
• Is willing to travel when required.

Performance Expectations

Successful candidates will be expected to:

• Consistently generate new qualified leads.
• Convert enquiries into paying customers.
• Meet agreed monthly revenue targets.
• Maintain excellent customer relationships.
• Represent the EcoHive brand professionally.

What We Offer

• Competitive basic salary.
• Attractive commission structure with uncapped earning potential.
• Performance bonuses.
• Career growth opportunities within a rapidly growing company.
• Product training and continuous professional development.
• Opportunity to contribute to Zambia's clean energy transition.

• Generate new residential, commercial and institutional sales opportunities.
• Conduct customer consultations and site assessments.
• Prepare professional quotations and proposals.
• Follow up customer enquiries and close sales.
• Promote EcoHive's solar products and financing solutions.
• Build relationships with corporate clients, schools, NGOs and government institutions.
• Attend exhibitions, trade shows and networking events.
• Maintain accurate customer records and sales reports.
• Achieve monthly sales and revenue targets.
• Work closely with the technical and marketing teams to deliver excellent customer service.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong presentation and customer relationship skills.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office and email).
• Self-motivated and results-oriented.
• Confident approaching new customers.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent follow-up skills.
• Ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Integrity, professionalism and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to travel when required.

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum two (2) years' experience in business development or sales.
• Proven experience selling high-value products or services.
• A valid driver's licence is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of renewable energy or solar products is an added advantage but not essential.