Sales Engineer at Nexford University

Nexford University is a next-generation university based in Washington DC offering a competency-based learning model. Nexford’s mission is to enable greater social and economic mobility by providing an affordable high-quality education that will positively impact millions of lives around the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Sales Engineer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Product

The Opportunity

• We’re now looking for a skilled and driven Sales Engineer to join our team. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the world of higher education, particularly in Africa, where our efforts are concentrated on addressing significant skill gaps and unemployment challenges in countries such as Nigeria.
• As a Sales Engineer, you’ll work closely with our partnership team across Africa, focusing on designing learning & development, training, and education solutions that answer organizational challenges.
• Your work will directly counter the challenges that brain drain is causing in Nigeria, designing solutions that meet the needs of employers and professional organizations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with our partnership team across Africa to design effective learning solutions that address specific organizational challenges.
• Liaise with our US-based product design team to ensure the smooth development and implementation of these solutions.
• Use your innovative problem-solving skills to address the unique challenges of African employers.
• Keep abreast of the changing landscape of education and job markets, to ensure our solutions remain cutting-edge and relevant.
• Maintain a fast-paced, agile work style to meet ambitious growth targets.

What We’re Looking For

• We need someone who is dynamic, quick-thinking, and deeply committed to our mission.
• This role requires excellent communication and creative problem-solving skills, as well as a sharp attention to detail.

Essential Skills include:

• Proven experience as a Sales Engineer or a similar role, ideally within the SaaS or professional services sectors
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement effective solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and outside the box.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with various teams and stakeholders.
• A strong understanding of the unique challenges faced by employers in Africa, particularly Nigeria.

Why Join Us

• Joining Nexford University means becoming part of a team that is changing the world through education.
• We’re ambitious, driven, and excited about the future. If you’re ready to make a real impact and contribute to solving some of the most pressing issues in global education, we’d love to hear from you.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online