Business Development and Outreach Virtual Assistant - Harare

Job Title: Business Development and Outreach Virtual Assistant

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Job Description and Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly motivated, confident and commercially‑minded Business Development and Outreach Virtual Assistant to support a leading UK public speaker, PR strategist and marketing expert. The primary focus of the role will be identifying opportunities, generating leads, prospecting organisations, making outbound calls, managing CRM activity and securing meetings and speaking engagements. As the role develops, the successful candidate will also take ownership of wider executive support responsibilities including diary management, inbox management and general administration.

Requirements/Qualifications

• 2–10+ years experience in business development, appointment setting, lead generation or virtual assistance
• Proven cold‑calling skills
• Strong verbal and written English
• Confidence engaging senior decision‑makers
• Experience managing CRM systems (Go High Level, HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho, Pipedrive or similar)
• LinkedIn prospecting and outreach
• Working with speakers, coaches, consultants, trainers or personal brands
• Targeting schools, educational institutions, public sector organisations and businesses
• Email marketing and campaign management

Requirements

• Self‑motivated, positive, resilient, professional, trustworthy, organised, relationship‑builder, results‑driven, adaptable, eager to learn

How to Apply / Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit their application through the designated recruitment channel.

Key Duties

• Lead Generation & Prospect Research
• Outbound Sales & Appointment Setting
• CRM & Campaign Management
• Content & Outreach Support
• Executive & Administrative Support (after successful onboarding)

Qualifications

• Diary management
• Inbox management
• Meeting scheduling
• Travel arrangements
• Preparing briefing documents

Education

• Relevant degree or certifications

Experience

• Go High Level CRM
• HubSpot
• Salesforce
• Zoho
• Pipedrive

Skills

• Email outreach campaigns
• LinkedIn outreach
• Content creation
• CRM data accuracy

About the Role

This position involves driving business growth through strategic outreach, prospect management, and executive support. The role requires a blend of sales acumen, CRM expertise, and strong communication skills.

Application Deadline

Applications are accepted until .

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Contract Type / Level

• Full‑time / Contingent